Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 216 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Village Leadership Academy
About the School
- Village Leadership Academy serves 216 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
- The student:teacher of Village Leadership Academy is 7:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Nonsectarian.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 216 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
Village Leadership Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Facts
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Students By Grade
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
216 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
99%
State avg.: 34%
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- School Motto: Tomorrow belongs to the children who are prepared today.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Village Leadership Academy?
The application deadline for Village Leadership Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Village Leadership Academy located?
Village Leadership Academy is located in the Chicago Loop neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 5 other private schools located in Chicago Loop.
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