Higher Learning Daycare & Education Center in Chicago, IL serves 36 students in pre–kindergarten through kindergarten within a nonsectarian early learning program.
The school is located in the South Shore neighborhood, operating in a large city community setting.
The student–teacher ratio of 18:1, supported by 2 teachers serving preschool and kindergarten classes.
The student body is 100% students of color, ranking the school among the top 20% in Illinois for diversity.
As a co–ed daycare and education center, it focuses on early childhood education in an urban environment.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 36 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Higher Learning Daycare & Education Center ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Student Body
Total Students
36 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
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Higher Learning Daycare & Education Center?
The application deadline for Higher Learning Daycare & Education Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Higher Learning Daycare & Education Center located?
Higher Learning Daycare & Education Center is located in the South Shore neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 4 other private schools located in South Shore.
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