Cambridge Classical Academy in Chicago, IL serves 48 co–ed students from pre–kindergarten through eighth grade in a city–based community setting.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 7:1 with 7 total teachers, supporting a small enrollment size.
Founded with a Christian orientation, the academy offers regular elementary and secondary programming.
With 97.56% students of color, Cambridge Classical Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for diversity.
Tuition rates align with Chicago's private elementary averages, providing an option for families seeking PK–8 education in a large city locale.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 48 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Cambridge Classical Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
48 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
98%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Cambridge Classical Academy?
The application deadline for Cambridge Classical Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Cambridge Classical Academy is De La Salle Institute - Institute Campus (1.5 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Gabriel Catholic School (0.7 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
St. Gabriel Catholic School
(Catholic)
4500 S Wallace St
Chicago, IL 60609
(773) 268-6636
Chicago, IL 60609
(773) 268-6636
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 184 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
Church Of God Of Chicago
(Church of God)
4601 S Drexel
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 752-5644
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 752-5644
1.2 miles
Gr: K-8 | 14 students
Holy Angels
(Catholic)
750 E. 40th St.
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 403-5822
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 403-5822
1.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 168 students Avg. class size: 14 students Tuition listed
Bridgeport Catholic Academy
(Catholic)
3700 S Lowe Ave
Chicago, IL 60609
(773) 376-6223
Chicago, IL 60609
(773) 376-6223
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 290 students Tuition listed
De La Salle Institute - Institute Campus ![De La Salle Institute - Institute Campus Photo - De La Salle Institute]( "De La Salle Institute - Institute Campus Photo - De La Salle Institute")
(Catholic)
3434 S Michigan Ave
Chicago, IL 60616
(312) 842-7355
Chicago, IL 60616
(312) 842-7355
1.5 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 699 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 19 | Extracurrculars: 39
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Location
Miles
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De La Salle Institute - Institute Campus ![De La Salle Institute - Institute Campus Photo - De La Salle Institute]( "De La Salle Institute - Institute Campus Photo - De La Salle Institute")
(Catholic)
3434 S Michigan Ave
Chicago, IL 60616
(312) 842-7355
Chicago, IL 60616
(312) 842-7355
1.5 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 699 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 19 | Extracurrculars: 39
De La Salle Institute - Lourdes Hall Campus
All-girls (Catholic)
1040 W 32nd Pl
Chicago, IL 60608
(773) 650-6800
Chicago, IL 60608
(773) 650-6800
2.2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 480 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Mckinley Lakeside Leadership Academy
Alternative School
2920 S Wabash Ave
Chicago, IL 60616
(312) 949-5010
Chicago, IL 60616
(312) 949-5010
2.2 miles
Gr: 10-12 | 146 students
Charter School Academy
(Christian)
6014 SOUTH RACINE
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 778-0818
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 778-0818
2.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 64 students Avg. class size: 7 students Sports: 3 Tuition listed
1362 E 59th Street
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 702-9450
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 702-9450
2.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 2,212 students Sports: 12 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
St. Gabriel Catholic School
(Catholic)
4500 S Wallace St
Chicago, IL 60609
(773) 268-6636
Chicago, IL 60609
(773) 268-6636
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 184 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
Church Of God Of Chicago
(Church of God)
4601 S Drexel
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 752-5644
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 752-5644
1.2 miles
Gr: K-8 | 14 students
Holy Angels
(Catholic)
750 E. 40th St.
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 403-5822
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 403-5822
1.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 168 students Avg. class size: 14 students Tuition listed
Bridgeport Catholic Academy
(Catholic)
3700 S Lowe Ave
Chicago, IL 60609
(773) 376-6223
Chicago, IL 60609
(773) 376-6223
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 290 students Tuition listed
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(Catholic)
900 W Garfield Blvd
Chicago, IL 60609
(773) 373-5200
Chicago, IL 60609
(773) 373-5200
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 139 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 11 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
St. Gabriel Catholic School
(Catholic)
4500 S Wallace St
Chicago, IL 60609
(773) 268-6636
Chicago, IL 60609
(773) 268-6636
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 184 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
Holy Angels
(Catholic)
750 E. 40th St.
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 403-5822
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 403-5822
1.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 168 students Avg. class size: 14 students Tuition listed
Bridgeport Catholic Academy
(Catholic)
3700 S Lowe Ave
Chicago, IL 60609
(773) 376-6223
Chicago, IL 60609
(773) 376-6223
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 290 students Tuition listed
Visitation Catholic School ![Visitation Catholic School Photo - Student Savvy works with students to support our Social-Emotional Learning programs! From starting our mornings to working with our in-house United Stand Counselors and Studen Savvy, SEL is integrated into each day at Vis. Helping us to grow and build a stronger community in school and at home!]( "Visitation Catholic School Photo - Student Savvy works with students to support our Social-Emotional Learning programs! From starting our mornings to working with our in-house United Stand Counselors and Studen Savvy, SEL is integrated into each day at Vis. Helping us to grow and build a stronger community in school and at home!")
(Catholic)
900 W Garfield Blvd
Chicago, IL 60609
(773) 373-5200
Chicago, IL 60609
(773) 373-5200
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 139 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 11 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
1100 E Hyde Park Blvd
Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 879-0285
Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 879-0285
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Gr: PK-7 | 75 students
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