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New Knowledge Learning Center

8440 S Kedzie Ave
Chicago, IL 60652

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Tel: (773) 436-8150

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New Knowledge Learning Center in Chicago, IL, offers early childhood education for grades PK through K in a nonsectarian, city–based setting within the Ashburn neighborhood.

The school enrolls 20 students with a student–teacher ratio of 20:1, supported by one teacher on staff.

New Knowledge Learning Center has 100% student enrollment of students of color, ranking it among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for diversity.

As a member of the National Association for the Education of Young Children, the school follows recognized early childhood education standards.

The center serves families looking for a co–educational early learning program in Chicago with a focus on preschool and kindergarten age groups.

Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Enrollment: 20 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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New Knowledge Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:

School Overview

School Type

Early Childhood / Day Care

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association for the Education of Young Children

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten

Student Body

Total Students

20 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

100%

State avg.: 34%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

1 teacher

Student-Teacher Ratio

20:1

National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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When is the application deadline for New Knowledge Learning Center?

The application deadline for New Knowledge Learning Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is New Knowledge Learning Center located?

New Knowledge Learning Center is located in the Ashburn neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 5 other private schools located in Ashburn.

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Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Enrollment: 20 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Chicago, IL is $13,813 for elementary schools and $19,330 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Chicago, IL is 79% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).