Aqsa School is an Islamic day school in Bridgeview, Illinois, in the Chicago metropolitan area.
As of 2016 the principal is Tammie Ismail. The school has elementary, junior high, and high school levels.
The elementary is coeducational while the later stages are all-girls'.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked IL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 257 students
- Yearly Tuition: $9,200
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Aqsa School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1986
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
257 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
10%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
Number of AP Courses
8 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Tammie Ismail, 2021 LifeChanger Award Winner -
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Aqsa School cost?
Aqsa School's tuition is approximately $9,200 for private students.
What schools are Aqsa School often compared to?
Aqsa School is often viewed alongside schools like Universal School by visitors of our site.
Who are famous alumni from Aqsa School?
Aqsa School famous alumni include: Tammie Ismail, 2021 LifeChanger Award Winner.
What is Aqsa School's ranking?
Aqsa School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Aqsa School?
The application deadline for Aqsa School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest high school, elementary school and preschool to Aqsa School is Universal School (0.1 miles away)
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(708) 599-4100
Bridgeview, IL 60455
(708) 599-4100
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(630) 941-8800
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(630) 941-8800
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(630) 889-8000
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(630) 739-3100
Bolingbrook, IL 60440
(630) 739-3100
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Chicago, IL 60659
(773) 267-6167
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(773) 267-6167
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