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Junior KG - 8th Grade STREAM Education

The Science Academy of Chicago (SAC)  is a non-profit, nondenominational, independent day school for students’ Junior Kindergarten (four years of age) through eighth grade in Mount Prospect, IL.  Our mission is to provide an accelerated STREAM (Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Arts, and Math) focused private education while nurturing the student as a whole in a loving and caring environment.

Junior KG

In Junior kindergarten (age 4), a full-day program encompasses language development, math readiness, science exploration, world studies, community, music, and arts.
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Kindergarten

In kindergarten, the classroom environment encourages the growth of children’s self-esteem, their cultural, their independence and their individual strengths.
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Elementary

Students are learning at accelerated levels in the arts, science, computer science, and a grade level above their current grade in mathematics
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Middle School

Weekly lessons in science and Lego Robotics introduce our students to the various concepts of STREAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math) at a young age.
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Why Science Academy?

Science Academy provides a wide array of activities to enhance student learning opportunities.

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Languages Taught

11

Extracurriculars

20

Average Class

15:1

Student-Teacher Ratio
National avg.: 13:1

4-14

Age Range

3

Sports Offered

+50%

Diverse School

82%

NWEA standardized test
National avg.: 50%

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Future City Competition

2ND PLACE 2018

Illinois Junior Academy of Science

3 GOLD MEDALS

Noetic Learning Math Contest

4 NATIONAL HONOR ROLLS

Illinois Board of Education(ISBE)

RECOGNIZED SCHOOL

Seaperch Navy City Outreach Detroit Regional

1ST AND 2ND PLACE

STEM Education Coalition

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Welcome to the Science Academy of Chicago (SAC) site. I am glad you decided to look into our school. We hope it inspires you to visit us in person!

Science Academy of Chicago is a PK – 8th grade private school. SAC was established and designed to stimulate interest in STREAM (science, technology, reading, engineering art and mathematics) by providing instruction from exceptional faculty in a small and nurturing environment. Our goal at SAC is to prepare students to carry the torch of knowledge from generation to generation.
Mrs. Brianna BartucciPrincipal, Science Academy of Chicago
Mrs. Brianna Bartucci
Valedictorian Angela Christie and Salutatorian Sarah Erickson are the students with the two highest grade point averages for the Class of 2019.

Angela Christie will be attending the Milwaukee School of Engineering to study Computer Engineering and Sarah Erickson will be attending St. Louis University to study Latin and chemistry.
Angela Christie & Sarah EricksonValedictorian & Salutatorian, Batch 2019
Angela Christie & Sarah Erickson
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SMALL CLASS SIZES

Safe School with a Safer World

The average class size is 12 students
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ENRICHING AFTER SCHOOL ACTIVITIES

We provide before and after school care

Students can sign up for a variety of after school clubs and activities to participate in after school.
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ADVANCED MATHEMATICS

Young Mathematicians

Our students are getting the very best.
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PROGRAMS

Young Mathematecians

Our students are getting the very best.
Here’s why.

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SMALL CLASS SIZES

Safe School with a Safer World

The average class size is 12 students
Click here

ENRICHING AFTER SCHOOL ACTIVITIES

We provide before and after school care

Students can sign up for a variety of after school clubs and activities to participate in after school.
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SCHOOL HOURS

Daily School Schedule

  • Monday – Friday 7:00AM – 6:00PM
  • Saturday CLOSED
  • Sunday CLOSED

SCHOOL HOURS

Daily School Schedule

  • Monday – Friday 7:00AM – 6:00PM
  • Saturday CLOSED
  • Sunday CLOSED

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SAC Upcoming Events

Meet the Teacher Night: Friday, Aug 13th, 2025
SAC Back to School BBQ Event: Saturday, Sept 13th, 2025
Picture Day: Friday, Oct 3rd, 2025
KG & 8th Grades Graduate's Picture Day: Tuesday, Oct 7th, 202
SAC Fall Fest/Spooktacular: Saturday, Oct 25th, 2025
Picture Re-take Day: Friday, Nov 7th, 2025
1stQ Award Ceremony: Wednesday, Nov 12th, 2025
SAC Thanksgiving Dinner: Saturday, Nov 15th, 2025

About our school

SAC is committed to shaping each student into to well-rounded and motivated individual by achieving academic excellence through STREAM curriculum and a diverse school culture.

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