Plato Academy
Plato Academy is a place where each student has a voice.
Our goal is to nurture children who will become capable and competent individuals.
Competence results from determination and genuine effort. Students are challenged through thoughtful conversations with their teachers and encouraged to take risks in order to become true problem solvers.
The curriculum is driven by student interest and designed by teachers to meet the needs of all students.
Plato Academy curriculum is interdisciplinary and includes a true commitment to the arts.
We intend for all students to have a well-rounded learning experience that emphasizes intellect and character.
In preparation of becoming the citizens of tomorrow, Plato Academy curriculum also involves students in service to the community.
Plato graduates go to high school confidently prepared for success.
Our graduates are accepted by the finest college prep high schools and go on to distinguish themselves at the colleges of their choice.
Quick Stats (2021-22)
- Top Ranked IL School
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Students: 87 students
- Yearly Tuition: $6,000
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Rankings
Plato Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1952
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
87 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
14%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
80%
Average Class Size
12 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Admissions Director
Maria Bolos
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The nearest high school to Plato Academy is The Willows Academy (0.5 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Immanuel Lutheran School (0.1 miles away)
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Students
Immanuel Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
Grades: NS-8 | 74 students 0.1 miles 832 Lee St
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 390-0990
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 390-0990
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NS-8
74
Grades: PK-8 | 252 students 2.8 miles 18 S School Street
Mount Prospect, IL 60056
(847) 255-6733
Mount Prospect, IL 60056
(847) 255-6733
2.8
PK-8
252
Grades: NS-8 | 703 students 3.8 miles 140 S Northwest Highway
Park Ridge, IL 60068
(847) 825-6366
Park Ridge, IL 60068
(847) 825-6366
3.8
NS-8
703
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