Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 65 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Pill Hill Development Center
About the School
- Located in Chicago, IL, Pill Hill Development Center offers early childhood education for pre–kindergarten through kindergarten in a nonsectarian, central city setting within the Calumet Heights neighborhood.
- The school enrolls 65 students, with 100% students of color, reflecting a diverse early childhood program in the Chicago area.
- Pill Hill Development Center has a student–teacher ratio of 65:1 with one teacher serving the entire enrollment.
- This early learning program is co–ed and serves families seeking education for children ages pre–kindergarten through kindergarten in a central city community.
- Pill Hill Development Center ranks among the top 20% of Illinois private schools for diversity, highlighting its demographic composition compared to statewide peers.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 65 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
Pill Hill Development Center ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Facts
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Students By Grade
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
65 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 34%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
$882.00 per month for 3-5 year olds
Application URL
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Pill Hill Development Center?
The application deadline for Pill Hill Development Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Pill Hill Development Center located?
Pill Hill Development Center is located in the Calumet Heights neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 1 other private schools located in Calumet Heights.
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