Hillside Academy serves 97 students in grades 1-12. The student:teacher of Hillside Academy is 8:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Nonsectarian.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 1-12
- Enrollment: 97 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Hillside Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
Year Founded
1973
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
97 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
91%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: We are Better Together!
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Hillside Academy?
The application deadline for Hillside Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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