Wheaton Academy
Tel:
(630) 562-7500
- Since its founding in 1853, Wheaton Academy has been an educational institution committed to the evangelical Christian faith.
- The school was established on the belief that the fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge.
- Wheaton Academy mission is to nurture growth in our students through relationships, excellence and service to the glory of the God.
- As a private school, we have tremendous flexibility in designing a curriculum that will meet the particular spiritual, social, as well as, academic needs of our students as they meet the ever-changing demands of the world in which they live.
- In designing this innovative curriculum, we continue to draw upon research and experience that helps us understand how different teaching styles can be used in the classroom.
Quick Stats (2020-21)
- Grades: 9-12
- Students: 660 students
- Average class size: 19 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Placements
Wheaton Academy places among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
- Category Attribute
- Student Body Largest student body
- AP Courses Most AP courses offered
- Sports offered Most sports offered
- School History Oldest founding date
School Overview
| School Type | Alternative School |
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) |
| Religious Affiliation | Christian |
| Grades Offered | Grades 9-12 |
| ADD/ADHD Support | Yes |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes |
| Year Founded | 1853 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
| Awards | Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2019 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 660 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 23% State avg.: 32% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 46 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 14:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 65% |
| Average Class Size | 19 students |
| Number of AP Courses | 17 courses |
| Average ACT score | 25 |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Admissions Director | Ryan Hall |
| Admissions Associate | Shelly Rose |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 16 sports |
| Sports | Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Flag Football, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Rock Climbing, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, WrestlingBaseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Flag Football, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Rock Climbing, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Wrestling, |
School Notes
- Wheaton Academy has an international boarding program. Please contact admissions@wheatonacademy.org for more information.
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