Countryside Day School
Tel:
(847)498-1105
- The mission of Countryside is to provide an environment which emphasizes the development of character, particularly the virtues of Respect, Responsibility, and Resourcefulness.
- Countryside has been providing an exceptional learning environment for children for over 50 years. Countryside has no religious affiliation and welcomes students of every race, sex, color, and national or ethnic origin.
- It is a not-for-profit corporation with financial assistance available to those who qualify.
- Each applicant is individually considered for admission and offered the opportunity for enrollment.
- The school draws students from Chicago's North and Northwest suburbs.
Quick Stats (2020)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Students: 149 students
- Yearly Tuition: $18,200
- Acceptance rate: 90%
- Average class size: 30 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Placements
Countryside Day School places among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
- Category Attribute
- Affordability Least expensive tuition
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS) |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten-8 |
| Year Founded | 1967 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
| Summer Program Details | Link to Summer Program Details |
Student Body
| Total Students | 149 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 16% State avg.: 30% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 11 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 14:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 4% |
| Average Class Size | 30 students |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $18,200 |
| % on Financial Aid | 20% |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $3,000 |
| Acceptance Rate | 90% National avg.: 85% |
| Admissions Director | Karen O'Malley |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 5 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Gymnastics, Math Club, Science Club, Spanish, Sports and Games |
School Notes
- The mission of Countryside Day School is to provide an environment which emphasizes the development of character, particularly the virtues of Respect, Responsibility, and Resourcefulness.
- Countryside has been providing an exceptional learning environment for children for over 50 years. Countryside has no religious affiliation and welcomes students of every race, sex, color, and national or ethnic origin.
- It is a not-for-profit corporation with financial assistance available to those who qualify.
- Each applicant is individually considered for admission and offered the opportunity for enrollment.
- The school draws students from Chicago's North and Northwest suburbs.
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Nearby Private Schools
- The nearest high school to Countryside Day School is Centerview Therapeutic School (1.8 miles away)
- The nearest elementary school is Keshet Day School (1.3 miles away)
- The nearest preschool is Childrens Learning Path Montessori (1.1 miles away)
Show me:
- School Location Miles Grades Students
- NorthbrookChildrens Learning Path MontessoriMontessori SchoolGrades: PK-K | 30 students
1.1 miles
1133 Pfingsten Rd
Northbrook, IL 60062
(847)498-1533 1.1 PK-K
30 - NorthbrookKeshet Day SchoolSpecial Education School (Jewish)Grades: 4-8 | 9 students
1.3 miles
3210 Dundee Rd
Northbrook, IL 60062
(847)205-0274 1.3 4-8
9 - NorthbrookSt Norbert School(Roman Catholic)Grades: NS-8 | 253 students
1.4 miles
1817 Walters Ave
Northbrook, IL 60062
(847)272-0051 1.4 NS-8
253 - NorthbrookGertruge B Nielsen Child Care & Learning CenterDaycare / PreschoolGrades: PK-K | 17 students
1.5 miles
3835 Willow Rd
Northbrook, IL 60062 1.5 PK-K
17 - GlenviewCreme De La Creme GlenviewDaycare / PreschoolGrades: PK-K | 213 students
1.6 miles
2401 Patriot Blvd
Glenview, IL 60026
(847)729-7420 1.6 PK-K
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