Building Blocks Learning Academy in Chicago, IL, offers early childhood education for grades PK and K in a nonsectarian, city鈥揵ased setting located in the Englewood neighborhood.
The school was founded in 2005 and currently enrolls 46 students, serving a fully diverse student body with 100% students of color.
The student鈥搕eacher ratio of 46:1, with one teacher supporting all enrolled students in this early learning program.
As a nonsectarian day care and early childhood center, the school provides co鈥揺d learning opportunities within a large urban community environment.
Building Blocks Learning Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for student diversity based on state comparison data.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 46 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Building Blocks Learning Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
46 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
46:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Building Blocks Learning Academy?
The application deadline for Building Blocks Learning Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Building Blocks Learning Academy located?
Building Blocks Learning Academy is located in the Englewood neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
Nearby 草榴社区 Schools
The nearest high school to Building Blocks Learning Academy is Charter School Academy College Prep (0.8 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is West Englewood Christian Community School (0.6 miles away)
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Quick Facts
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7326 S Racine Ave
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 224-7083
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 224-7083
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(Christian)
1443 W 63rd St
Chicago, IL 60636
(312) 675-8691
Chicago, IL 60636
(312) 675-8691
0.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 31 students
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(Christian)
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Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 778-0818
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 778-0818
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 64 students Avg. class size: 7 students Sports: 3 Tuition listed
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7801 S Throop St
Chicago, IL 60620
(773) 483-5000
Chicago, IL 60620
(773) 483-5000
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