South Central Community Services - South Shore serves 23 students in grades 9-12, is a member of the National Association of Private Special Education Centers, the Alternative School Network and the Cognia.
The student:teacher of South Central Community Services - South Shore is 12:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Nonsectarian.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 23 students
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
South Central Community Services - South Shore ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1970
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
23 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
10 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
All students must be referred by their assigned school district. Tuition is paid by the students' school district.
School Notes
- School Motto: Promises Fulfilled
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for South Central Community Services - South Shore?
The application deadline for South Central Community Services - South Shore is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is South Central Community Services - South Shore located?
South Central Community Services - South Shore is located in the South Shore neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 4 other private schools located in South Shore.
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The nearest high school to South Central Community Services - South Shore is Mount Carmel High School (1.9 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is St. Philip Neri Elementary School (0.6 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Higher Learning Daycare & Education Center (0.4 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
6254 S. Ellis
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 420-2550
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 420-2550
2.4 miles
Gr: 1-8 | 50 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition listed
St. Sabina Academy
(Catholic)
7801 S Throop St
Chicago, IL 60620
(773) 483-5000
Chicago, IL 60620
(773) 483-5000
4.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 226 students
2153 W 111th St
Chicago, IL 60643
(773) 881-6700
Chicago, IL 60643
(773) 881-6700
7.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 475 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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