Thresholds High School serves 18 students in grades 9-12, is a member of the Cognia.
The student:teacher of Thresholds High School is 9:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Nonsectarian.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 18 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Offers Post-Graduate Year
Yes
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Emotional Disability
Year Founded
1974
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
18 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
31%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Thresholds recognized nationally as a USA TODAY Top Workplace -
- Thresholds named a Chicago Tribune Top Workplace 2024 -
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are famous alumni from Thresholds High School?
Thresholds High School famous alumni include: Thresholds recognized nationally as a USA TODAY Top Workplace and Thresholds named a Chicago Tribune Top Workplace 2024.
When is the application deadline for Thresholds High School?
The application deadline for Thresholds High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Thresholds High School located?
Thresholds High School is located in the North Center neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 4 other private schools located in North Center.
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