Imani Children's Academy

Imani Children's Academy serves 30 students in grades Kindergarten. The student:teacher of Imani Children's Academy is 30:1.

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Imani Children's Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:

School Overview

Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres

Student Body

Total Students
30 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Imani Children's Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
30:1
National avg.: 13:1
Number of AP Courses
15 courses

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Endowment Size
$50 million

School Notes

  • School Motto: Truth and Honor
  • School Mascot: Wild Boars
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • John Doe, Nobel Laureate -
    • Jane Smith, Olympic Medalist -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Imani Children's Academy cost?
Imani Children's Academy's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.
Who are famous alumni from Imani Children's Academy?
Imani Children's Academy famous alumni include: John Doe, Nobel Laureate and Jane Smith, Olympic Medalist.
What is Imani Children's Academy's ranking?
Imani Children's Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Highest percentage of students of color, Most AP courses offered, Oldest founding date and Largest endowments.
When is the application deadline for Imani Children's Academy?
The application deadline for Imani Children's Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Imani Children's Academy located?
Imani Children's Academy is located in the Roseland neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 6 other private schools located in Roseland.

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The average private school tuition in Chicago, IL is $14,126 for elementary schools and $19,460 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Chicago, IL is 80% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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