Hillside Academy serves 97 students in grades 1-12. The student:teacher of Hillside Academy is 8:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Nonsectarian.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 1-12
- Enrollment: 97 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Hillside Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
Year Founded
1973
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 12, 2025
School Motto
We are Better Together!
Student Body
Total Students
97 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
91%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Hillside Academy?
The application deadline for Hillside Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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