About the School
- Joseph Academy in Hometown, IL, serves 29 students in grades 4 through 12 within a nonsectarian, co–educational alternative school setting.
- The school operates in a large suburban community and maintains a student–teacher ratio of 7:1 with 4 full–time teachers.
- Approximately 14% of the student body at this Illinois private school identifies as students of color.
- Joseph Academy offers education without religious affiliation, focusing on academic programs from upper elementary to high school levels.
- Located near Oak Lawn, IL, this school provides an alternative private education option within the suburban Cook County area.
School Facts
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
Students By Grade
Student Body
Total Students
29 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
14%
State avg.: 34%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Joseph Academy?
The application deadline for Joseph Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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