OPRF has been a great high school since 1873. Residents have always expected their public high…read moreschool to be as good as any private prep school, and it is. Large enough to offer a selection of courses and activities that small schools don't even dream about. 90% of graduates go to college. This school has produced at least four Pulitzer Prize winners, one Nobel Prize winner (Ernest Hemingway, class of 1917), a Miss America, Olympic athletes, Oscar and Emmy nominees, leaders and award winners in many professions, and thousands of well-educated human beings. I had the good fortune to attend and graduate from Oak Park in the '60s. The demographics have changed a lot since then, but not the quality education or the results. I have attended seven colleges and universities in three states since then, earning a BA, two master's degrees, and a post-master's certificate along the way, and I'll put my OPRF diploma up against the high school education of anyone I met in any of those schools.

We've had an excellent experience so far at OPRF high school with two children attending a total of…read moresix and a half years at this point. The quality of their educations has been extraordinary and both children thrived with clubs, intramurals and other extracurricular activities including a study-abroad in Ireland trip for one child and a Washington DC Art History field trip for another. Shout out to the amazing counselors, Special Education team, and social workers. My kids have favorite teachers but too many to name personally. The arts program is the highest quality. Theater, too! The school board has been doing some wonderful work in the past few years. We appreciate the recent policy in support of transgender students and their work on improving racial equity. We have been really happy at OPRF and my kids are lucky to attend.

I graduated from Fenwick 30 years ago and look back on my time at Fenwick with fondness. This…read moreinstitution took an unruly and ill-prepared child and transformed him into a competent and capable young adult. The rigorous academics prepared me to tackle the next tier of education at college. Fenwick certainly is not for everyone. There are many rules and little tolerance for screwing around.

I had 3 children graduate from Fenwick high school between 2014 and 2019. It was a great…read moreexperience for each of them. They each found their own unique experiences (music, film, hockey, cross country, etc) to satisfy their curiosities and provide a network of friends. My youngest son is closer to his Fenwick friends today than he is to his fraternity brothers and college roommates. My daughter transferred in from a picnic high school between sophomore and junior years and found the smaller, more accepting community she needed during those formative years. The faculty, families and priests are amazing. We miss our Fenwick days.

I visited this school in my job capacity and I must tell you leadership by example comes to mind…read more Respectful young people walking thru the halls. A quiet setting which is how schools Should be. It's not a restaurant or a coffee shop , it's a school, a well run school :)

Middle school is a miserable time of life. In my day, we called it "junior high" and it lasted two…read moreyears; today they have extended it to three, starting in 6th grade. If you have to endure those confusing, hormone-addled years somewhere, Julian Middle School is a good place to do it. As a parent, I would volunteer there for lunchtime projects so I could peek into the cafeteria and watch kids in the halls. No food fights, no overt disrespect, no running or rough-housing, at least that I could see. The teachers and administration take bullying seriously, and clamp down hard when the kids are brave enough to report it. Academics are fine, though neither kid had a stellar experience in science.

Don't send your kid to this school it is really bad. The teachers are bad the homework is way too…read moremuch for my son. the students are mean and unwelcoming for my son being new to percy julian. He cannot sleep at night because he knows he has to go to school in the morning. Lunch is not long enough. You get 20 minutes to eat and 20 minutes to go outside in the cold and you have no option to stay inside for any reason like forgetting your jacket or you havent finished your lunch and several times my son has been told to clean up other students messes because they were at the same table as him and left it there (not next to him of course) and when he refused he got multiple lunch detentions. my son gets his name made fun of it really is a horrible school he has no friends because no kids will even be nice to him. The staff is not helpful at all. He gets bullied every so often for being different and not having a facebook or snapchat or whatever this stupid generation is into. I could go on and on but im gonna end this. DONT SEND YOUR CHILD/CHILDREN TO THIS SCHOOL IT IS REALLY HORRIBLE!

This a great school. My son attended for 8th. Searching for the perfect for my son and our family…read morelanded at TCS. Each student is embraced as they are. My son completed and presented an excellent capstone project at the end of his 8th grade year. The teachers and administration are professional, attentive and innovative.

We moved our son to The Children's School in fifth grade with some trepidation. Changing schools at…read morethat age felt like a big leap, especially when it meant adding a not-so-short commute from Chicago's north side. But we have been grateful for that decision time and time again. One of the first things that struck us was how often he spontaneously commented on the kindness and welcoming nature of the other students, and how much the teachers genuinely listen to kids. These weren't responses to parental questions--they were unprompted observations from a 10-year-old! He also fell in love with Expression Lab, which he struggled to describe except to say, "It's just a place where you get to be yourself." The academics are another thing we've come to appreciate deeply. There's genuine rigor here, but it's rooted in curiosity, critical thinking, and meaningful engagement rather than rote memorization. Students don't just learn how to solve an equation; they explore *why* it works and discuss different ways of approaching a problem. Project-based learning gives them opportunities to dig into real data and real-world issues, ask questions, and share what they've learned in creative ways. I've seen students celebrate their original fiction at a publishing party, bring history to life through a recreation of an assembly line, and much more. Right now, my son is hard at work on a persuasive essay exploring gender-based pay disparities in professional sports. It's the kind of learning that feels relevant, challenging, and genuinely engaging. And so much learning happens beyond the classroom. Regular movement and outdoor time are woven into the school experience, from woods days and kayaking trips to middle school camping at the Indiana Dunes. These experiences build practical skills, confidence, independence, and problem-solving abilities, while giving kids space to explore, connect, and challenge themselves. Now, seeing our son thrive in middle school, I appreciate even more how deeply the school's philosophy is reflected in everyday experiences. Children are truly *known* as individuals and treated with respect. Adults engage with empathy, curiosity, and care, helping students better understand themselves, communicate their needs, and stretch beyond their comfort zones, knowing they have people who will listen, support, and challenge them. There's also a genuine sense of community here. Seeing friendships and joyful interactions across ages, watching students look out for one another, and getting to know other families through informal after-school gatherings have all reinforced how special this place is. At a time when the ability to understand ourselves, respect differences, think critically, and care for one another feels especially important, I'm grateful our son is growing up in a school community that doesn't just talk about these values, but puts them into practice every day. We're so glad we made the leap.

Totally shocked that Trinity has only 1 review…read more It is one of not many all girl schools still educating and holding their own. Trinity has turned a corner and was one of the first high schools to offer an International Baccalaureate Program, along with other programs. I know I was well prepared for college upon graduation. The 100th graduating class is the class of 2018, that's a lot of education. Sister Michelle is dynamic, gets the word out, and is totally AWESOME. She reported that they now draw from 37 suburbs and the city. Continued success.

his school is horrible do NOT send your child here. for almost 27,000 per year and almost 30,000…read morefor senior year They will give your children detentions for breathing. The dean and teachers here are very rude and are not experienced. Being there for 4 years came with sadness and expense. The ac does not work, and don't get me started on the bathroom they are discusting. The girls here are very mean, and if you're okay with your daughter vaping and smoking then this is the perfect place. The classes are uneducated once took a physics class we didn't have one test nor homework done got a 100% for the whole course. Everyone here is racist and the thievery has gotten out of hand. I got my $100 aritiza jacket stolen and my shoes stolen, and people have opened and went into my locker during 3a and 3b when were in class and taken money or stole things. They don't care at all about mental health and there cockroaches throughout the school mainly the bathrooms and cafe area. when I please tell you coming from a student who has hated her 4 years and is a senior I have not learned much from this school send your child to Fenwick or Resurrection. I have lots of videos of the N WORD from teachers and students I also have pictures of teachers sleeping during class time, and other evidence please reach out if you would like to see before you think abt sending your child here. This school is basically a private OPRF, please think before you send your child here thank you. This is what my child and multiple of her friends wrote out and told me. Unacceptable

My grandson attends there. Asof hooray, the school is kept up very clean. Class size ate…read moremanageable. No bullying allowed. Good amount of sports offered. Teachers are quick to contact patents when there is a problem to get resolved quickly. Lastly the school is safe.

My daughter got suspended for not moving seats. This is a goofy ahh school, unprofessional at best,…read moreif you want your child to not have a future then send them here.

Ascension has been a significantly better school experience for my children than I had anticipated…read moreboth academically and socially. They are both thriving and we are so thankful we kept them there after preschool to continue through 8th grade. The K-8 model is clearly best for most children.

Years ago we transferred our oldest two children (3rd and 5th grade at the time) from public school…read moreto Ascension, for a better teacher to student ratio. It's the best decision we've made for our children's education and personal growth. They went on to have a strong educational foundation that served them well during high school and then college. I currently have two younger children enrolled at Ascension since PK3, and their educational experience has been top notch. The school's motto of Love, Kindness, Respect and Inclusion is carried out daily and the school has helped shape all four of my children into the wonderful humans they are. There's not enough space to talk about how wonderful the staff, administration and families are, who create the special community of the school, so I suggest if you are looking for school for your child , come in for a tour and find out for yourself. Highly recommend. 10/10.

Good education I think it's a very good school for kids education they will learn pretty fastread more

The middle school was HELL bad students but good resources. the faculty is very nice…read more Students : 2/10 Faculty : 8/10

As an employee of Alcuin, I can speak highly of this school's teaching faculty, who are among the…read moremost intelligent, talented, and committed Montessori teachers I have met in the field. The families who send their children to this school seem highly committed to helping their children reach their highest potential, and see their children as whole beings with social and emotional needs, as well as academic ones. As a teacher here, I have greatly enjoyed my relationships with parents, as they have been so collaborative and positive. We have newly begun a terrific adolescent program, and I encourage anyone interested in finding an alternate middle school, or a high-quality educational program for any age child to inquire. I have been so happy to work at this fantastic and excellent school, which is truly a haven for Montessori teachers who love to nurture and challenge children!

We absolutely love Alcuin. Our son has thrived in the Primary classroom, and our daughter is new…read moreto the Toddler class. Both children are happy and actually look forward to going to school! Since starting at Alcuin, my daughter has shown significant progress with her verbal skills and interest in potty training/toilet learning. It's only been a short time, but the difference in her is truly remarkable. For those considering a high-quality, Montessori education in a loving environment, look no further!