Wonderful staff at this iconic school that has been around since 1905. Absolutely the best all…read moreyoung men school on the South Side of Chicago. Alumni are located throughout Chicagoland and across the US. We are all forever RitaMen.

Really like these old-fashioned, single-gender schools where the kids can focus more on academics…read moreand athletics, and not have to worry about how they look and dress for the opposite sex...there is enough time for that elsewhere. This school has been around for over 100 years, so you know they have proven themselves...you don't last that long unless you bring results. Academically: the school has loads of AP course offerings, all the STEM subjects one could wish for, and a reputation for getting kids prepared for college...this includes having their own library, auditorium, and computer labs. Athletically: they usually star in baseball, football, and basketball...probably in that order, although it can change from year to year. For example, they won a couple of state championships in wrestling a few years ago, so if you have a son who excels in a particular sport, don't be afraid to bring him here to learn more...he will. In extra-curriculars: they have scores of clubs and activities...some competitive such as chess and scholastic bowl, and some not competitive such as theater...and they also have a renowned band program. Facilities wise: they have a standout football field and practice field (they usually arrange to have the neighboring grammar schools play on their field). They also have their own baseball field, basketball gym, weight room, and swim pool for the swim teams on site. They don't take a second seat in the facilities category. All in all this is a institution on the south side of Chicago. They remained for 85 years at one location (on 63rd Street just east of Western Avenue) and for the last 28 years have been on a 30-some acre campus at 77th & Western Avenue. This place is for real...go visit and decide for yourself...give it a chance, we did.

I visited the University of Chicago campus for a college access/success CPS meeting, specifically…read moreat the Ida Noyes Hall building. On my way to that building, I passed by Chicago Booth, University of Chicago's business school. The building looked very modern and sleek. Comparing the Chicago Booth building to the Ida Noyes Hall building, there's a huge difference in architecture and overall aesthetic. I personally love the mix of modern and old school/vintage buildings. It adds character to college campuses. I explored a little bit more of the campus, and overall beautiful college campus.

I had not been to the University of Chicago campus in twenty years when I came back to find the new…read moreGraduate School of Business building. To say you could have knocked me over with a paper towel would have been an understatement. Wow. When I was attending B-school, it was located in old Stuart Hall which is part of the main quad area. I remember on cold wintry days, which were a frequent occurrence, we would sit in a cramped room watching "Oprah" (when she was poorer and fatter with Patti Labelle's old hair) while nursing a really bad cup of joe (in the days before Starbucks exploded). I couldn't wait to get out of Stuart the minute class was over and go to Morry's for a hot pastrami sandwich. But new millennium B-schoolers have this extravagant standalone building two blocks to the east. Adjacent to Rockefeller Chapel and the Robie House, it is a spectacular vision in glass and concrete designed by renowned Uruguayan architect Raphael Vinoly with an expansive atrium where students can spread out on comfy chairs in sunlit lounge areas. I am amazed at how lucky students are to have such a spacious, state-of-the art place to study and network. It made me want to go up to one and tell them how I had to trudge through the snow with my icicle-riddled muffler, but I was afraid he'd call me "Gramps". It's definitely worth seeing if you're in Hyde Park for any reason.

It's a small park for the kids, usually never crowded. It has a walking/running track.read more

As most people, we come here to use the small track they have set up next to their park. The issue…read moreis that it is always crowded

Overall it's a pretty good school. Lots of offering and many opportunities for students. The…read moreadministration does actually care about student health and well-being as well as the faculty and staff. The school is packed with high quality educators, excelling in their field. I wish all schools were similar to this.

This review is for hosting the Rotary Club's Pilgrim Pacer... I 'vie ran the 2010 and 2011 race and…read moreboth were awesome. Well organized, very helpful staff and volunteers, and sponsors. The residents of the running course are always happy to see you and wave ans cheer you on. La Grange is one of my favorite runs! The swag bag we received this year was Oscar party worthy! The shirt for running was even better than last year's design. Great running event hosted by friendly people and sponsored by generous companies.

Great High School for young men. I hear that either 100% or a high rate of the seniors go to…read morecollege which is excellent. It is nice for educational entity to produce students that achieve a higher level of Education of excellence.

My daughter hates it. Before the first day of school the school and teachers didn't look mean,…read moreduring this time I wasn't looking at how the dress code was so strict! It is so difficult to get my daughter dress code approved. My daughter complains about how theres one class room for each grade, In my honest opinion I'd be mad too. Not to even think of it, why do children from the age of 5-14 have to pay just to get a meal?! some families tell there children to eat at school because they don't have enough ingredients for meals at home. I will be transfer my kids. NEVER coming back. Although it serves great Christian purpose. Keep in mind, this isn't a highschool, the kids are too young to be paying.

Great school that integrates education and Christian values…read more My daughter has attended since pre-K and this school has provided a sound, fundamental education for her.

Yes. NW or UCH are…read moremy daughters first picks for her next journey. Both are outstanding schools. I can't wait to see which one you chooses. Such a proud father.

The University is so cool!! The staff are incredibly caring and devoted to the student base. The…read moreschool is stunning. Beautiful and rooted in history. I cannot wait to be back next year!!