The Nautilus School (Closed 2025)

The Nautilus School in Chicago, IL, enrolls 18 students across kindergarten to 4th grade in a nonsectarian, city–based environment.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 6:1, supported by 3 full–time teachers.
The student body is composed of approximately 69% students of color, reflecting diversity within the urban community.
As a private school serving early elementary grades, The Nautilus School offers programs in a large city setting.

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4

Student Body

Total Students
18 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
69%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for The Nautilus School?
The application deadline for The Nautilus School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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