Thresholds High School in Chicago, IL is a coeducational special education school serving grades 9–12 with a total enrollment of 18 students.
Founded in 1974, this nonsectarian private high school is located in the North Center neighborhood within a large city community.
The school has a student–teacher ratio of 9:1, supported by 2 teaching staff members.
Thresholds High School offers a post–graduate year and summer school programs to extend learning opportunities.
Approximately 31 percent of the student body identifies as students of color, reflecting some diversity within the school population.
Quick Facts (2026)
- 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.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Thresholds High School is Thresholds Young Adult Program (0.0 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is North Park Elementary School (NPES) (0.2 miles away)
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Quick Facts
4219 North Lincoln Avenue
Chicago, IL 60618
(773) 472-3177
Chicago, IL 60618
(773) 472-3177
- miles
Gr: 9-12 | 12 students
2017 W Montrose Ave
Chicago, IL 60618
(773) 327-3144
Chicago, IL 60618
(773) 327-3144
0.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 260 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition listed
4300 N Winchester Avenue
Chicago, IL 60613
(773) 477-4824
Chicago, IL 60613
(773) 477-4824
0.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 144 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
4437 N Seeley Ave
Chicago, IL 60625
(773) 561-6576
Chicago, IL 60625
(773) 561-6576
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 79 students Avg. class size: 13 students Sports: 1 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
3900 N Leavitt St
Chicago, IL 60618
(773) 463-6797
Chicago, IL 60618
(773) 463-6797
0.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 688 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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