Connections Day School in Libertyville, IL serves 66 co–ed students in grades 3 through 12 within a nonsectarian special education program.
The school is located in a suburban community and maintains a student–teacher ratio of 7:1 with 9 teaching staff.
Approximately 44% of the student body represents diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds.
As a special education school, Connections Day School provides focused support across upper elementary to high school grade levels.
Libertyville families seeking a small, suburban special education program can consider Connections Day School for grades 3–12.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 3-12
- Enrollment: 66 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
66 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
44%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Connections Day School?
The application deadline for Connections Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools
The nearest high school to Connections Day School is Westlake Christian Academy (2.4 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Old School Montessori (1.8 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Poko Loko Early Learning Center (1.1 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Poko Loko Early Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool
1601 Northwind Blvd
Libertyville, IL 60048
(847) 680-4433
Libertyville, IL 60048
(847) 680-4433
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-K | 90 students Tuition listed
1850 W Winchester Road, Suite 201
Libertyville, IL 60048
(847) 918-1621
Libertyville, IL 60048
(847) 918-1621
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-K | 139 students Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
144 Commerce Dr.
Grayslake, IL 60030
(847) 223-9606
Grayslake, IL 60030
(847) 223-9606
1.8 miles
Gr: K-6 | 36 students Avg. class size: 18 students Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Center Street KinderCare ![Center Street KinderCare Photo - Our curriculum provides children under the age of 2 the support they need to learn and grow in a safe, nuturing environment]( "Center Street KinderCare Photo - Our curriculum provides children under the age of 2 the support they need to learn and grow in a safe, nuturing environment")
Daycare / Preschool
130 South Atkinson Rd.
Grayslake, IL 60030
(847) 223-9188
Grayslake, IL 60030
(847) 223-9188
1.9 miles
Gr: NS-PK
Bright Horizons Of Libertyville
Daycare / Preschool
600 N Us Highway 45
Libertyville, IL 60048
(847) 523-1874
Libertyville, IL 60048
(847) 523-1874
2.2 miles
Gr: PK-K | 36 students
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Westlake Christian Academy ![Westlake Christian Academy Photo]( "Westlake Christian Academy Photo")
(Christian)
275 S Lake St
Grayslake, IL 60030
(847) 548-6209
Grayslake, IL 60030
(847) 548-6209
2.4 miles
Gr: PK-12 Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
Ombudsman Programs
Alternative School
1585 N Milwaukee Ave
Libertyville, IL 60048
(800) 833-9235
Libertyville, IL 60048
(800) 833-9235
2.7 miles
Gr: 10-12 | 9 students
1 Carmel Pkwy
Mundelein, IL 60060
(847) 566-3000
Mundelein, IL 60060
(847) 566-3000
3.3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,107 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
Gurnee Christian Academy
(Seventh Day Adventist)
2190 Fuller Rd
Gurnee, IL 60031
(312) 342-0059
Gurnee, IL 60031
(312) 342-0059
6.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 87 students Avg. class size: 16 students Tuition listed
906 Muir Avenue
Lake Bluff, IL 60044
(847) 604-3903
Lake Bluff, IL 60044
(847) 604-3903
6.7 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 38 students Avg. class size: 7 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Location
Miles
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144 Commerce Dr.
Grayslake, IL 60030
(847) 223-9606
Grayslake, IL 60030
(847) 223-9606
1.8 miles
Gr: K-6 | 36 students Avg. class size: 18 students Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Gilbert Elementary School ![St. Gilbert Elementary School Photo]( "St. Gilbert Elementary School Photo")
(Catholic)
231 E Belvidere Rd
Grayslake, IL 60030
(847) 223-8600
Grayslake, IL 60030
(847) 223-8600
2.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 321 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 13
Westlake Christian Academy ![Westlake Christian Academy Photo]( "Westlake Christian Academy Photo")
(Christian)
275 S Lake St
Grayslake, IL 60030
(847) 548-6209
Grayslake, IL 60030
(847) 548-6209
2.4 miles
Gr: PK-12 Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
221 Park Pl
Libertyville, IL 60048
(847) 362-0730
Libertyville, IL 60048
(847) 362-0730
3.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 436 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
501 W Park Ave
Libertyville, IL 60048
(847) 362-4424
Libertyville, IL 60048
(847) 362-4424
3.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 91 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 14 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Location
Miles
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Poko Loko Early Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool
1601 Northwind Blvd
Libertyville, IL 60048
(847) 680-4433
Libertyville, IL 60048
(847) 680-4433
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-K | 90 students Tuition listed
1850 W Winchester Road, Suite 201
Libertyville, IL 60048
(847) 918-1621
Libertyville, IL 60048
(847) 918-1621
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-K | 139 students Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Center Street KinderCare ![Center Street KinderCare Photo - Our curriculum provides children under the age of 2 the support they need to learn and grow in a safe, nuturing environment]( "Center Street KinderCare Photo - Our curriculum provides children under the age of 2 the support they need to learn and grow in a safe, nuturing environment")
Daycare / Preschool
130 South Atkinson Rd.
Grayslake, IL 60030
(847) 223-9188
Grayslake, IL 60030
(847) 223-9188
1.9 miles
Gr: NS-PK
Bright Horizons Of Libertyville
Daycare / Preschool
600 N Us Highway 45
Libertyville, IL 60048
(847) 523-1874
Libertyville, IL 60048
(847) 523-1874
2.2 miles
Gr: PK-K | 36 students
St. Gilbert Elementary School ![St. Gilbert Elementary School Photo]( "St. Gilbert Elementary School Photo")
(Catholic)
231 E Belvidere Rd
Grayslake, IL 60030
(847) 223-8600
Grayslake, IL 60030
(847) 223-8600
2.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 321 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 13
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
(Math: 40% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
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Top 20%10
3701 Highland Woods Blvd
Elgin, IL 60124
(847) 717-8000
Elgin, IL 60124
(847) 717-8000
9212.9 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 751 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4618 Greenwood Rd
Woodstock, IL 60098
(815) 648-2606
Woodstock, IL 60098
(815) 648-2606
9213.7 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 290 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
(Math: 43% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
750 Dr John Burkey Dr
Algonquin, IL 60102
(847) 659-3700
Algonquin, IL 60102
(847) 659-3700
9213.9 miles
Gr: 3-5 | 598 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
(Math: 31% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
725 Dr John Burkey Dr
Algonquin, IL 60102
(847) 659-4300
Algonquin, IL 60102
(847) 659-4300
9213.9 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 724 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
(Math: 42% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
729 Paper Bark Ln
Gilberts, IL 60136
(224) 484-5900
Gilberts, IL 60136
(224) 484-5900
9214 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 729 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
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