About the School
- Learning Network in Chicago, IL, serves 29 students in grades 2 through 9 within a nonsectarian, city–based alternative school setting.
- The school has a student–teacher ratio of 10:1 supported by three teachers, allowing for small group instruction.
- The student body is 100 percent students of color, reflecting the diversity of the Chicago community.
- Learning Network operates as a co–educational program without a religious affiliation or membership in educational associations.
- Located in an urban area, the school provides education from elementary through early high school levels in a city environment.
School Facts
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 2-9
Students By Grade
Student Body
Total Students
29 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 34%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.:
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Learning Network?
The application deadline for Learning Network is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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