Development Center in Chicago, IL offers a nonsectarian early childhood program for kindergarten with a total enrollment of 35 students in a city–based community.
The school has a student–teacher ratio of 18:1, supported by 2 teachers serving kindergarten students.
Located in the Austin neighborhood, Development Center serves a 100% student population of color, ranking in the top 20% of Illinois private schools for diversity.
As a co–ed early learning program, the school focuses solely on kindergarten–level education without higher grade offerings.
Tuition rates are not specified, aligning with the local average of $13,895 for elementary private schools in Chicago.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 35 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Development Center ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten
Student Body
Total Students
35 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Development Center?
The application deadline for Development Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Development Center located?
Development Center is located in the Austin neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 13 other private schools located in Austin.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Development Center is Academy Of Scholastic Achievement (0.3 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Chicago Jesuit Academy (0.3 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Chance After Chance College Preparatory (0.4 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Academy Of Scholastic Achievement
Alternative School
4651 W. Madison
Chicago, IL 60644
(773) 921-1315
Chicago, IL 60644
(773) 921-1315
0.3 miles
Gr: 10-12 | 176 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 1 Acceptance rate listed
Chicago Jesuit Academy ![Chicago Jesuit Academy Photo - Our classrooms have two co-teachers and 24 students per classroom.]( "Chicago Jesuit Academy Photo - Our classrooms have two co-teachers and 24 students per classroom.")
(Catholic)
5058 W Jackson Blvd
Chicago, IL 60644
(773) 638-6103
Chicago, IL 60644
(773) 638-6103
0.3 miles
Gr: 3-8 | 360 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
309 North Cicero Avenue
Chicago, IL 60644
(773) 850-8689
Chicago, IL 60644
(773) 850-8689
0.4 miles
Gr: K | 5 students
5088 W Jackson Blvd
Chicago, IL 60644
(773) 261-7505
Chicago, IL 60644
(773) 261-7505
0.4 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 386 students Avg. class size: 25 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Little Leaders Of Tomorrow
Daycare / Preschool
5153 W Lake St
Chicago, IL 60644
(773) 378-8302
Chicago, IL 60644
(773) 378-8302
0.5 miles
Gr: K | 6 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Academy Of Scholastic Achievement
Alternative School
4651 W. Madison
Chicago, IL 60644
(773) 921-1315
Chicago, IL 60644
(773) 921-1315
0.3 miles
Gr: 10-12 | 176 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 1 Acceptance rate listed
5088 W Jackson Blvd
Chicago, IL 60644
(773) 261-7505
Chicago, IL 60644
(773) 261-7505
0.4 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 386 students Avg. class size: 25 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Austin Career Education Center
Alternative School
5352 W Chicago Ave
Chicago, IL 60651
(773) 626-6988
Chicago, IL 60651
(773) 626-6988
1.2 miles
Gr: 10-12 | 63 students
Community Christian Alternative Academy
Alternative School
1231 S Pulaski Rd
Chicago, IL 60623
(773) 762-2272
Chicago, IL 60623
(773) 762-2272
1.6 miles
Gr: 10-12 | 177 students
119 S Central Park Blvd
Chicago, IL 60624
(773) 265-2204
Chicago, IL 60624
(773) 265-2204
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 317 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Chicago Jesuit Academy ![Chicago Jesuit Academy Photo - Our classrooms have two co-teachers and 24 students per classroom.]( "Chicago Jesuit Academy Photo - Our classrooms have two co-teachers and 24 students per classroom.")
(Catholic)
5058 W Jackson Blvd
Chicago, IL 60644
(773) 638-6103
Chicago, IL 60644
(773) 638-6103
0.3 miles
Gr: 3-8 | 360 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
5608 W. Washington Blvd.
Chicago, IL 60644
(773) 945-5025
Chicago, IL 60644
(773) 945-5025
0.9 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 258 students Avg. class size: 18 students
Hope Excel Reaching The World Academy
(Christian)
4821 W Chicago Ave
Chicago, IL 60651
(773) 362-1076
Chicago, IL 60651
(773) 362-1076
1 miles
Gr: PK-2 | 29 students
3921 W Gladys
Chicago, IL 60624
(773) 701-2965
Chicago, IL 60624
(773) 701-2965
1.3 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 15 students
27 Washington Blvd
Oak Park, IL 60302
(708) 386-5286
Oak Park, IL 60302
(708) 386-5286
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 208 students Avg. class size: 15 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
309 North Cicero Avenue
Chicago, IL 60644
(773) 850-8689
Chicago, IL 60644
(773) 850-8689
0.4 miles
Gr: K | 5 students
Little Leaders Of Tomorrow
Daycare / Preschool
5153 W Lake St
Chicago, IL 60644
(773) 378-8302
Chicago, IL 60644
(773) 378-8302
0.5 miles
Gr: K | 6 students
5608 W. Washington Blvd.
Chicago, IL 60644
(773) 945-5025
Chicago, IL 60644
(773) 945-5025
0.9 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 258 students Avg. class size: 18 students
Hope Excel Reaching The World Academy
(Christian)
4821 W Chicago Ave
Chicago, IL 60651
(773) 362-1076
Chicago, IL 60651
(773) 362-1076
1 miles
Gr: PK-2 | 29 students
3921 W Gladys
Chicago, IL 60624
(773) 701-2965
Chicago, IL 60624
(773) 701-2965
1.3 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 15 students
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