Urban Prairie
Tel:
(312)733-5337
- Urban Prairie Waldorf is an innovative school with an engaged community.
- Our students enjoy a comprehensive curriculum rich in academics, art, and foreign languages.
Quick Stats (2018-19)
- Grades: 1-8
- Students: 164 students
- Yearly Tuition: $12,950
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / rolling
Top Placements
Urban Prairie places among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
- Category Attribute
- Affordability Least expensive tuition
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | Association of Waldorf Schools of North America |
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian |
| Grades Offered | Grades 1-8 |
| Year Founded | 2009 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 164 students |
| Student Body Type | n/a |
| % Students of Color | 26% State avg.: 30% |
| Students by Grade |  |
Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 7 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 23:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 40% |
| Average Class Size | 20 students |
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | Jan. 15 / rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $12,950 |
| Tuition Notes | Supply Fee: $500 |
| % on Financial Aid | 30% |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $2,800 |
| Admissions Director | Heather Berhalter |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 2 sports |
| Sports | Soccer, TennisSoccer, Tennis, |
School Notes
- Discover a school that is engaging, exciting, and inspiring. Urban Prairie`s globally inspired, comprehensive curriculum includes:
- Orchestra, Mandarin, Metalwork, Fine Arts, Spanish, Sports, Woodwork, Field Trips, Drama, Gardening, Chorus, Recess
- We value depth of learning, long-term capacities, and teachers who cultivate a strong relationship with students and parents. Our students receive meaningful work that brings education to life. They are equipped with the creativity and mental agility necessary to conquer tomorrow`s challenges. Visit our school to see for yourself why Waldorf is the fastest growing private school movement in the world.
Nearby Private Schools
- The nearest high school to Urban Prairie is St Ignatius College Prep (0.4 miles away)
- The nearest elementary school is The South Side School (0.0 miles away)
- The nearest preschool is Intercultural Montessori Language School (0.5 miles away)
Show me:
- School Location Miles Grades Students
- Chicago Grades: 1-7 | 129 students
0 miles
1220 W Lexington St
Chicago, IL 60607 0 1-7
129 - ChicagoSt Ignatius College Prep(Roman Catholic)Grades: 9-12 | 1373 students
0.4 miles
1076 West Roosevelt Road
Chicago, IL 60608
(312)421-5900 0.4 9-12
1373 - Chicago Grades: PK-8 | 240 students
0.5 miles
114 S Racine Ave
Chicago, IL 60607
(312)865-1514 0.5 PK-8
240 - ChicagoLaurance Armour Day SchoolDaycare / PreschoolGrades: PK-K | 87 students
0.5 miles
630 S Ashland Ave
Chicago, IL 60607
(312)942-6501 0.5 PK-K
87 - Chicago Grades: PK-6 | 401 students
0.8 miles
1335 W Randolph St
Chicago, IL 60607
(312)243-0977 0.8 PK-6
401
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