Ada S. Mckinley鈥揾ighland School in Chicago, IL serves 39 co鈥揺d students in grades 6 through 12 within a central city community setting.
Founded in 1919, this nonsectarian special education school has a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 10:1 with 4 teaching staff.
The school has a 100% students of color enrollment, ranking it among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for diversity.
Mckinley鈥揾ighland School is affiliated with other school associations and operates in the South Chicago neighborhood.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 39 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Ada S. Mckinley-highland School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Year Founded
1919
Student Body
Total Students
39 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- School Motto: Empower. Educate. Employ.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Ada S. Mckinley-highland School?
The application deadline for Ada S. Mckinley-highland School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Ada S. Mckinley-highland School located?
Ada S. Mckinley-highland School is located in the South Chicago neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 4 other private schools located in South Chicago.
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