French School in Winnetka, IL, enrolls 37 students in pre–kindergarten through kindergarten in a nonsectarian, suburban setting.
The school has a student–teacher ratio of 19:1, supported by 2 full–time teachers.
Students of color represent 11.76% of the enrollment at this coeducational early learning program.
French School offers a specialized elementary program with a focus on early education in a large suburb community.
Located near other private schools in Winnetka, French School serves families seeking pre–kindergarten and kindergarten options.
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
37 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
12%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for French School?
The application deadline for French School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school, elementary school and preschool to French School is North Shore Country Day School (0.6 miles away)
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Winnetka, IL 60093
(847) 446-0674
Winnetka, IL 60093
(847) 446-0674
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