Daisys Resource Optional School in North Chicago, IL, is a nonsectarian, co–ed alternative school serving grades 10 through 12 in a suburban community.
Founded in 1973, the school enrolls 56 students with a student–teacher ratio of 14:1, supported by 4 full–time teachers.
The school has a diverse student body, with 100% of students identifying as students of color.
Daisys Resource Optional School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for student diversity.
Located near Waukegan and Lake Bluff, this Illinois high school offers an alternative program option within a suburb setting.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 56 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Daisys Resource Optional School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
Year Founded
1973
Student Body
Total Students
56 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
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 Daisys Resource Optional School?
The application deadline for Daisys Resource Optional School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest high school and elementary school to Daisys Resource Optional School is Menta Academy North (2.3 miles away)
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3633 N California Ave
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(773) 539-3600
Chicago, IL 60618
(773) 539-3600
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3633 N California Ave
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(773) 539-3600
Chicago, IL 60618
(773) 539-3600
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Gr: 9-12 | 942 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 13 Tuition listed
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Bright Horizons
Daycare / Preschool
1411 S White Oak Drive
Waukegan, IL 60085
(847) 578-1111
Waukegan, IL 60085
(847) 578-1111
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Menta Academy North
Special Education School
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Waukegan, IL 60085
(847) 599-1680
Waukegan, IL 60085
(847) 599-1680
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Waukegan, IL 60085
(847) 623-5500
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(847) 623-4110
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(847) 604-3903
Lake Bluff, IL 60044
(847) 604-3903
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(847) 599-1680
Waukegan, IL 60085
(847) 599-1680
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Gr: PK-12 | 94 students
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(Catholic)
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Waukegan, IL 60085
(847) 623-5500
Waukegan, IL 60085
(847) 623-5500
2.4 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 228 students Tuition listed
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(847) 604-3903
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(847) 604-3903
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Gr: 6-12 | 38 students Avg. class size: 7 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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(847) 599-1680
Waukegan, IL 60085
(847) 599-1680
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(847) 623-4110
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(847) 604-3903
Lake Bluff, IL 60044
(847) 604-3903
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Gr: 6-12 | 38 students Avg. class size: 7 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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(Catholic)
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(847) 623-4110
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(847) 623-4110
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(847) 295-8338
Lake Bluff, IL 60044
(847) 295-8338
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Bright Horizons
Daycare / Preschool
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(847) 578-1111
Waukegan, IL 60085
(847) 578-1111
1.7 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 50 students
Menta Academy North
Special Education School
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(847) 599-1680
Waukegan, IL 60085
(847) 599-1680
2.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 94 students
Immaculate Conception School
(Catholic)
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(847) 623-4110
Waukegan, IL 60085
(847) 623-4110
3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 215 students
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Lake Bluff, IL 60044
(847) 295-8338
3.2 miles
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(847) 360-1054
Waukegan, IL 60085
(847) 360-1054
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