Morgan Park Academy (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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About the School

Founded in 1873, Morgan Park Academy is a coeducational, college preparatory, independent day school dedicated to preparing students to pursue the highest levels of educational excellence with an emphasis on independent thinking and scholarship.
We reflect a wide array of diversity and apply a global lens to the curriculum to prepare students to act as leaders in the dynamic world of the future.
We also expect students to live up to the highest standards of human values.
Our track record shows that Morgan Park Academy students consistently succeed in college and embrace leadership roles throughout their lives.
A stimulating, time-tested curriculum complements our highly motivated faculty.
We have some of the smallest class sizes among the top schools in Illinois.
Morgan Park Academy provides an engaging, personal learning experience for students from Preschool through High School.

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked IL School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 475 students
Yearly Tuition: $18,200
Average class size: 17 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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School Rankings

Morgan Park Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:

School Facts

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade

Grade	Morgan Park Academy
Pre-K	25
Kind	45
1	40
2	30
3	30
4	35
5	35
6	30
7	35
8	35
9	30
10	35
11	35
12	35

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Year Founded

1873

Summer School Offered

Yes

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Campus Size

20 acres

Student Body

Total Students

475 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

58%

State avg.: 34%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

52 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

9:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

80%

Average Class Size

17 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Uniforms

Number of AP Courses

19 courses

Advanced Courses

BiologyCalculus

ChemistryComputer Science

LiteratureWorld Languages

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS)
Lake Michigan Association of Independent Schools (LMAIS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$18,200

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% on Financial Aid

70%

College Acceptance Rate

100%

Admissions Director

Dr. Sowinski & Ms. Armstrong

Application URL

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

9 sports

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BaseballBasketball

Cross CountryGolf

SoccerSoftball

TennisTrack and Field

Volleyball

Colors

Maroon, Ivory

School Mascot

Warriors

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Morgan Park Academy cost?

Morgan Park Academy's tuition is approximately $18,200 for private students.

Does Morgan Park Academy offer a summer program?

Yes, Morgan Park Academy offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

What sports does Morgan Park Academy offer?

Morgan Park Academy offers 9 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. Morgan Park Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for most sports offered.

What is Morgan Park Academy's ranking?

Morgan Park Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Morgan Park Academy?

The application deadline for Morgan Park Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Morgan Park Academy located?

Morgan Park Academy is located in the South Side neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 6 other private schools located in South Side.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Chicago, IL is $12,804 for elementary schools and $18,472 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Chicago, IL is 84% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).