Since its founding in 1916, Keith School has been committed to providing students with a unique and high-quality education and to helping young people develop not only as students, but also as well-rounded individuals.
At Keith school, you'll find an environment that nurtures intellectual curiosity, stimulates personal growth and encourages critical thinking and innovation.
At Keith School, we try to place all students in an environment in which they will succeed by developing academic skills and building a strong sense of self-confidence.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Top Ranked IL School
- School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 213 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Keith Country Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1816
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
213 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
33%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
Number of AP Courses
9 courses
Advanced Courses
AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Chemistry, AP English Literature, AP European History, AP Music Theory, AP Physics, AP US History
Average ACT score
27
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- Keith Country Day School is a non-sectarian, co-educational college-preparatory school educating students from Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12.
- Founded in 1916, Keith has over 100 years of rich history and tradition of excellence. Keith School not only prepares its students for collegiate success, it prepares them for life.
- Keith`s outstanding faculty members develop life-changing relationships with our students to enhance their talents in academics, arts, and athletics. Our faculty seeks to guide students to reach their potential in their discovery of knowledge and skills.
- In addition to a strong liberal arts curriculum, Keith emphasizes its core values of trust, respect, and kindness in all school experiences. Faculty and students learn together every day, bringing these core values to life.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Keith Country Day School's ranking?
Keith Country Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Keith Country Day School?
The application deadline for Keith Country Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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