Kla Schools Of Plainfield, located in the suburb of Plainfield, IL, serves 170 students in early childhood programs from pre–kindergarten through kindergarten in a nonsectarian setting.
Founded in 1905, the school operates with one teacher providing instruction to its student body, resulting in a student–teacher ratio of 170:1.
The annual tuition for is $25,000, which is above the Will County average for elementary private schools.
The school offers 15 Advanced Placement courses and ranks among the top 20% of Illinois private schools for the number of AP courses provided.
reflects a student population with 20% representation of students of color within the larger Plainfield community.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked IL School
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 170 students
- Yearly Tuition: $25,000
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Kla Schools Of Plainfield ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1905
Student Body
Total Students
170 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
20%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
15 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$25,000
School Notes
- School Motto: Truth and Honor
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- John Doe, Nobel Laureate
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Kla Schools Of Plainfield cost?
Kla Schools Of Plainfield's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.
What schools are Kla Schools Of Plainfield often compared to?
Kla Schools Of Plainfield is often viewed alongside schools like The Goddard School, Guidepost Montessori At Naperville by visitors of our site.
Who are famous alumni from Kla Schools Of Plainfield?
Kla Schools Of Plainfield famous alumni include: John Doe, Nobel Laureate.
What is Kla Schools Of Plainfield's ranking?
Kla Schools Of Plainfield ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Most AP courses offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Kla Schools Of Plainfield?
The application deadline for Kla Schools Of Plainfield is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Kla Schools Of Plainfield is Covenant Classical School (7.3 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is St. Mary Immaculate Parish School (4.1 miles away)
The nearest preschool is The Goddard School (1.4 miles away)
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Miles
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The Goddard School ![The Goddard School Photo]( "The Goddard School Photo")
Daycare / Preschool
24829 W. 135th Street
Plainfield, IL 60544
(815) 609-5970
Plainfield, IL 60544
(815) 609-5970
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-K | 75 students Avg. class size: 15 students
Guidepost Montessori At Naperville
Montessori School
5051 Ace Ln
Naperville, IL 60564
(630) 884-8866
Naperville, IL 60564
(630) 884-8866
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-K | 80 students
14710 S. Naperville Road suite 104
Plainfield, IL 60544
(815) 254-0136
Plainfield, IL 60544
(815) 254-0136
2.8 miles
Gr: NS-K | 42 students Avg. class size: 20 students
The Goddard School ![The Goddard School Photo]( "The Goddard School Photo")
Daycare / Preschool
1032 104th Street
Naperville, IL 60564
(630) 355-5665
Naperville, IL 60564
(630) 355-5665
3.5 miles
Gr: PK-K | 127 students Avg. class size: 10 students
The Compass School Of Naperville South
Daycare / Preschool
3040 Reflection Dr
Naperville, IL 60564
(630) 848-1122
Naperville, IL 60564
(630) 848-1122
3.7 miles
Gr: PK-K | 169 students
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Location
Miles
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1571 Oswego Road
Naperville, IL 60540
(630) 983-7500
Naperville, IL 60540
(630) 983-7500
7.3 miles
Gr: K-10 | 125 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 1 | Extracurrculars: 23 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Turning Pointe Cn Day School ![Turning Pointe Cn Day School Photo]( "Turning Pointe Cn Day School Photo")
Special Education School
1500 W Ogden Ave
Naperville, IL 60540
(630) 570-7948
Naperville, IL 60540
(630) 570-7948
7.3 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 30 students Avg. class size: 5 students
Brightmont Academy - Naperville ![Brightmont Academy - Naperville Photo - one teacher one student]( "Brightmont Academy - Naperville Photo - one teacher one student")
Special Program Emphasis
445 Jackson Ave.
Naperville, IL 60540
(331) 260-0334
Naperville, IL 60540
(331) 260-0334
8.6 miles
Gr: 1-12 Avg. class size: 1 student Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Joliet Catholic Academy
(Catholic)
1200 N Larkin Ave
Joliet, IL 60435
(815) 741-0500
Joliet, IL 60435
(815) 741-0500
8.7 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 597 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
Furqaan Academy
(Islamic)
519 E Briarcliff Rd
Bolingbrook, IL 60440
(630) 739-3100
Bolingbrook, IL 60440
(630) 739-3100
9.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 124 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Location
Miles
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15629 S Route 59
Plainfield, IL 60544
(815) 436-3953
Plainfield, IL 60544
(815) 436-3953
4.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 360 students
Creme De La Creme
Daycare / Preschool
724 N Center Blvd
Romeoville, IL 60446
(815) 306-0307
Romeoville, IL 60446
(815) 306-0307
4.7 miles
Gr: PK-1 | 139 students
Little Explorers Montessori School
Montessori School
175 Highpoint Dr
Romeoville, IL 60446
(815) 886-4898
Romeoville, IL 60446
(815) 886-4898
5.1 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 37 students
9s200 Route 59
Naperville, IL 60564
(630) 375-8600
Naperville, IL 60564
(630) 375-8600
5.7 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 222 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition listed
St. Andrew The Apostle
(Catholic)
505 Kingston Dr
Romeoville, IL 60446
(815) 886-5953
Romeoville, IL 60446
(815) 886-5953
6.4 miles
Gr: K-8 | 161 students Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
The Goddard School ![The Goddard School Photo]( "The Goddard School Photo")
Daycare / Preschool
24829 W. 135th Street
Plainfield, IL 60544
(815) 609-5970
Plainfield, IL 60544
(815) 609-5970
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-K | 75 students Avg. class size: 15 students
Guidepost Montessori At Naperville
Montessori School
5051 Ace Ln
Naperville, IL 60564
(630) 884-8866
Naperville, IL 60564
(630) 884-8866
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-K | 80 students
14710 S. Naperville Road suite 104
Plainfield, IL 60544
(815) 254-0136
Plainfield, IL 60544
(815) 254-0136
2.8 miles
Gr: NS-K | 42 students Avg. class size: 20 students
The Goddard School ![The Goddard School Photo]( "The Goddard School Photo")
Daycare / Preschool
1032 104th Street
Naperville, IL 60564
(630) 355-5665
Naperville, IL 60564
(630) 355-5665
3.5 miles
Gr: PK-K | 127 students Avg. class size: 10 students
The Compass School Of Naperville South
Daycare / Preschool
3040 Reflection Dr
Naperville, IL 60564
(630) 848-1122
Naperville, IL 60564
(630) 848-1122
3.7 miles
Gr: PK-K | 169 students
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
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Miles
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Newark Comm High School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
413 Chicago Rd
Newark, IL 60541
(815) 695-5164
Newark, IL 60541
(815) 695-5164
9158.6 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 175 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Newark Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
503 Chicago Rd
Newark, IL 60541
(815) 695-5143
Newark, IL 60541
(815) 695-5143
9158.7 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 116 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Millbrook Junior High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8411 Fox River Dr, Millbrook J
Newark, IL 60541
(630) 553-5435
Newark, IL 60541
(630) 553-5435
9159.7 miles
Gr: 5-8 | 89 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
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