Science Academy of Chicago – STEAM Oriented PreK-8 Private School in Chicago – The Science Academy of Chicago (SAC) is a non-profit, nondenominational, independent day school for students' preschool (three years of age) through eighth grade in Mount Prospect. Our mission is to provide an accelerated STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) focused college preparatory private education.

Pre K-3 to 8th Grade STREAM Education

The Science Academy of Chicago (SAC) is a non-profit, nondenominational, independent day school for students’ preschool (three 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.

Preschool

In Pre-K 3 & 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.

3 Languages Taught

11 Extracurriculars

20 Average Class

10:1

Student-Teacher Ratio
National avg.: 13:1

3-14

Age Range

5 Sports Offered

+50%

Diverse School

82%

NWEA standardized test
National avg.: 50%

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

AFFILIATE MEMBER

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

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

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inspired learners

SMALL CLASS SIZES

Safe School with a Safer World

The average class size is 12 students

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.

ADVANCED MATHEMATICS

Young Mathematicians

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

PROGRAMS

Young Mathematecians

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

SMALL CLASS SIZES

Safe School with a Safer World

The average class size is 12 students

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.

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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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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Pre K-3 to 8th Grade STREAM Education

Preschool

Kindergarten

Elementary

Middle School

Why Science Academy?

3

Languages Taught

11

Extracurriculars

20

Average Class

10:1

Student-Teacher RatioNational avg.: 13:1

3-14

Age Range

5

Sports Offered

+50%

Diverse School

82%

NWEA standardized testNational avg.: 50%

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

AFFILIATE MEMBER

Something for everyone!

School Activities & inspired learners

SMALL CLASS SIZES

Safe School with a Safer World

ENRICHING AFTER SCHOOL ACTIVITIES

We provide before and after school care

ADVANCED MATHEMATICS

Young Mathematicians

PROGRAMS

Young Mathematecians

SMALL CLASS SIZES

Safe School with a Safer World

ENRICHING AFTER SCHOOL ACTIVITIES

We provide before and after school care

SCHOOL HOURS

Daily School Schedule

SCHOOL HOURS

Daily School Schedule

I can't thank you enough for how you have helped us. He has made much progress.

Events

Follow us on Facebook

Login for Grades

About our school

Quick Links

Students

Get in touch

Student-Teacher Ratio
National avg.: 13:1

NWEA standardized test
National avg.: 50%

School Activities &
inspired learners