Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 14 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Cornerstone Academy
About the School
- Cornerstone Academy is a small, private high school dedicated to giving students an opportunity to complete their high school careers in an atmosphere defined by Christian faith.
- We at Cornerstone Academy deliberately keep our student body small so that we can continue to give significant attention to each student.
- Cornerstone Academy is accredited by the North Central Association (NCA) and the Commission on International and Trans-Regional Accreditation The Academy's mission is to provide educational opportunities to students who do not wish to attend traditional schools and to provide these students chances to learn about the life-changing gospel of Jesus Christ.
- The staff of the Academy represents a number of evangelical denominations and independent churches, with many of the founders coming from LaSalle Street Church in Chicago.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 14 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
Cornerstone Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Facts
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Students By Grade
Student Body
Total Students
14 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
93%
State avg.: 34%
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- Cornerstone Academy is a small, private high school dedicated to giving students an opportunity to complete their high school careers in an atmosphere defined by Christian faith. We at Cornerstone Academy deliberately keep our student body small so that we can continue to give significant attention to each student. Cornerstone Academy is accredited by the North Central Association (NCA) and the Commission on International and Trans-Regional Accreditation The Academy's mission is to provide educational opportunities to students who do not wish to attend traditional schools and to provide these students chances to learn about the life-changing gospel of Jesus Christ. The staff of the Academy represents a number of evangelical denominations and independent churches, with many of the founders coming from LaSalle Street Church in Chicago.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Cornerstone Academy?
The application deadline for Cornerstone Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Cornerstone Academy located?
Cornerstone Academy is located in the Near North neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 1 other private schools located in Near North.
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