The Barbereux School in Evanston, IL, serves 54 students from prekindergarten through first grade in a nonsectarian, citybased setting.
Founded in 1921, this coeducational alternative school maintains a studentteacher ratio of 7:1 with 8 faculty members. Tuition for the academic year is $16,700, with summer school available at a cost of $3760.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 54 students
- Yearly Tuition: $1,670
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
The Barbereux School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
Year Founded
1921
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 24, 2026
Last Day of School
Fri. May 28, 2027
Student Body
Total Students
54 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
5%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
School year rate (mid August-May)
Summer Program Cost
$470
Summer Program Cost Notes
per week
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does The Barbereux School cost?
The Barbereux School's tuition is approximately $1,670 for private students and $470 for summer students.
What schools are The Barbereux School often compared to?
The Barbereux School is often viewed alongside schools like Chiaravalle Montessori by visitors of our site.
Does The Barbereux School offer a summer program?
Yes, The Barbereux School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
When is the application deadline for The Barbereux School?
The application deadline for The Barbereux School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: The Barbereux School vs. Chiaravalle Montessori
The nearest high school to The Barbereux School is Mesivta Shaarei Adirim (1.0 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is The Academy at St. Joan of Arc (1.1 miles away)
The nearest preschool is The Goddard School (0.8 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
The Goddard School ![The Goddard School Photo]( "The Goddard School Photo")
Daycare / Preschool
9651 Gross Point Road
Skokie, IL 60076
(847) 773-0200
Skokie, IL 60076
(847) 773-0200
0.8 miles
Gr: NS-K
Mesivta Shaarei Adirim
All-boys (Jewish)
9220 Crawford Ave
Skokie, IL 60076
(847) 983-0646
Skokie, IL 60076
(847) 983-0646
1 miles
Gr: 9-11 | 29 students
The Academy at St. Joan of Arc ![The Academy at St. Joan of Arc Photo]( "The Academy at St. Joan of Arc Photo")
(Catholic)
9245 Lawndale Ave
Evanston, IL 60203
(847) 972-1003
Evanston, IL 60203
(847) 972-1003
1.1 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 242 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
1740 Lake Avenue
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 256-7870
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 256-7870
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-K | 115 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
701 Locust Road
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 256-7660
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 256-7660
1.2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 206 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 17 | Extracurrculars: 24 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Mesivta Shaarei Adirim
All-boys (Jewish)
9220 Crawford Ave
Skokie, IL 60076
(847) 983-0646
Skokie, IL 60076
(847) 983-0646
1 miles
Gr: 9-11 | 29 students
701 Locust Road
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 256-7660
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 256-7660
1.2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 206 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 17 | Extracurrculars: 24 Tuition listed
Mcc Academy-elementary
(Islamic)
9301 Gross Point Rd
Skokie, IL 60076
(224) 534-7638
Skokie, IL 60076
(224) 534-7638
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 721 students
1100 Laramie Ave
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 256-1100
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 256-1100
2.1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 2,072 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 29 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
1200 Davis Street
Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 866-6055
Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 866-6055
2.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 212 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 31 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
The Academy at St. Joan of Arc ![The Academy at St. Joan of Arc Photo]( "The Academy at St. Joan of Arc Photo")
(Catholic)
9245 Lawndale Ave
Evanston, IL 60203
(847) 972-1003
Evanston, IL 60203
(847) 972-1003
1.1 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 242 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Mcc Academy-elementary
(Islamic)
9301 Gross Point Rd
Skokie, IL 60076
(224) 534-7638
Skokie, IL 60076
(224) 534-7638
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 721 students
808 Linden Ave
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 826-4948
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 826-4948
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 675 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 12 Tuition listed
2510 Ashland Ave
Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 864-2650
Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 864-2650
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 250 students Avg. class size: 19 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Kingsway Preparatory School
(Pentecostal)
2010 Dewey Ave
Evanston, IL 60201
(224) 208-8282
Evanston, IL 60201
(224) 208-8282
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 29 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
The Goddard School ![The Goddard School Photo]( "The Goddard School Photo")
Daycare / Preschool
9651 Gross Point Road
Skokie, IL 60076
(847) 773-0200
Skokie, IL 60076
(847) 773-0200
0.8 miles
Gr: NS-K
The Academy at St. Joan of Arc ![The Academy at St. Joan of Arc Photo]( "The Academy at St. Joan of Arc Photo")
(Catholic)
9245 Lawndale Ave
Evanston, IL 60203
(847) 972-1003
Evanston, IL 60203
(847) 972-1003
1.1 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 242 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
1740 Lake Avenue
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 256-7870
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 256-7870
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-K | 115 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Ronald Knox Montessori School
Montessori School
2031 Elmwood Ave
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 256-2922
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 256-2922
1.3 miles
Gr: PK-K | 81 students
Mcc Academy-elementary
(Islamic)
9301 Gross Point Rd
Skokie, IL 60076
(224) 534-7638
Skokie, IL 60076
(224) 534-7638
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 721 students
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Deaf/hard Of Hearing Programs
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2900 Ogden Ave
Lisle, IL 60532
(630) 778-4524
Lisle, IL 60532
(630) 778-4524
9206.5 miles
Medical Support Needs Program
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2900 Ogden Ave
Lisle, IL 60532
(630) 778-4524
Lisle, IL 60532
(630) 778-4524
9206.5 miles
Pathways Program
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6s331 Cornwall Rd
Naperville, IL 60540
(630) 778-4524
Naperville, IL 60540
(630) 778-4524
9206.5 miles
Structured Learning Environment
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2900 Ogden Ave
Lisle, IL 60532
(630) 778-4524
Lisle, IL 60532
(630) 778-4524
9206.5 miles
Transition Program
Special Education School
2900 Ogden Ave
Lisle, IL 60532
(630) 778-4524
Lisle, IL 60532
(630) 778-4524
9206.5 miles
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