Founded: 2001, was founded by the Niagara Educational Services as an independent, co-educational school welcoming students of all faiths.

Location & Contact Info:
8350 Greenwood Avenue, Niles, Illinois 60714
Phone: 847.685.0682
Fax: 847.985.1098

Communities Served: Science Academy is an independent day school that serves 1st-8th grade students, we serve all surrounding areas.

Average Class Size: 10-15

Student/Teacher Ratio: 10:1

Teaching Faculty: number of faculty 9; 65 percent have advanced degrees, including an average of 10 years teaching experience.

Tuition (2009-2010): Tuition $7000 per child, $200 book and material fee & $40 application fee. There is $400 discount for each additional child. Payments are made through a ten month payment plan at $700 per month.

Curriculum: A broad range of challenging/advanced courses in mathematics, science, language arts, social studies, foreign language, computers, music, art and physical education.

Technology: Computer Lab that each grade level of students has access to, computers in classrooms, Smart Board, network, Internet, and wireless access.

Extracurricular Opportunities: Include Science Fairs, talent and Math competitions, the students prepare for this after school and on weekends and compete in Regional, State and even out of state competitions.

Community Service: Scheduled opportunities held through out the academic school year for all students. Our students conduct food drives, visit with our local Senior centers, fundraising, ect.

Student Diversity: 78% Caucasian, 19% Asian/Pacific Islander, 2% Hispanic & 1% African American