Guidance Educational Academy serves 135 students in grades Prekindergarten-7, is a member of the Other religious school association(s).
The student:teacher of Guidance Educational Academy is 14:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Islamic.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 135 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Guidance Educational Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-7
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
135 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Guidance Educational Academy often compared to?
Guidance Educational Academy is often viewed alongside schools like ICC Elementary School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Guidance Educational Academy?
The application deadline for Guidance Educational Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Guidance Educational Academy located?
Guidance Educational Academy is located in the West Ridge neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 18 other private schools located in West Ridge.
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The nearest high school to Guidance Educational Academy is Lubavitch Mesivta Of Chicago (0.5 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Yeshiva Ohr Boruch (0.3 miles away)
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