The Willows Academy

The Willows Academy serves students in the Des Plaines community.

The Willows Academy is a highly rated school with an A rating on Niche.

The Willows Academy enrolls 231 students in grades 6-12.

The Willows Academy

Private Middle, High School | Grade 6-12

1015 Rose Ave, Des Plaines, IL

3.9

4.6

214 Students

A+

Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mrs. Jeanne Petros

Student Teacher Ratio
9:1

Average SAT Score
1260

Average ACT Score
29

Average GPA
3.74

Graduation Rate
100%

Annual Tuition
$17,100

A+

Academics

A-

Teachers

A+

College Prep

A-

Resources/Facilities

A-

Clubs and Activities

Sports

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Niche Grade Details

Academics

Average GPA

3.74

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio

9:1

Teachers

Full Time Teachers

Part Time Teachers

College Prep

Average SAT

1260

Math

610

Verbal

650

Average ACT

Math

English

Reading

Science

Number of AP Courses

Four-Year Matriculation Rate

100%

Clubs and Activities

Girls Athletic Participation

High

GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

Female

100%

White

57%

Hispanic

27.1%

Asian or Pacific Islander

7.9%

Two or more races

5.1%

Native American

1.4%

Black

<1%

Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander

<1%

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School Rankings

#2 Best All Girls Schools in Illinois

#4 Best Catholic Schools in Illinois

#17 Best College Prep Private High Schools in Illinois

Source: Niche

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign 38 Students

Northwestern University 29 Students

Loyola University Chicago 28 Students

University of Notre Dame 26 Students

Marquette University 25 Students

University of Illinois Chicago 24 Students

University of Michigan - Ann Arbor 21 Students

University of Chicago 17 Students

Saint Louis University 17 Students

University of Dallas 16 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.

Psychology 20 Students

Pre-Medicine Studies 15 Students

Nursing 14 Students

Business 13 Students

Biology 12 Students

Education 9 Students

English 9 Students

Computer Science 7 Students

Chemistry 7 Students

Marketing 6 Students

This School’s Reviews

5.0 Parent

7/11/2024

Willows provides an amazing balance of great education and a comfortable environment where girls can be themselves and grow. The teachers are great role models, the friendships the girls make are true and lifelong, and they graduate fully prepared for college both academically and as mature women.

5.0 Junior

6/26/2024

I really enjoy the community! Everyone is so welcoming and caring! The teachers are always willing to take their time to help when you when you are struggling in their class.

1.0 Alum

1/19/2022

This is barely a school. Its more like a cult than anything else. The same few rich white families that have been there for genetrations are basically in charge of the school behind the scenes. The school administration is controlling and will marginalize students who do not meet their perfect catholic standards.

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5.0 parent

2/8/2024

We have been very happy with our daughter’s education, friendships and Catholic formation at the Willows. We can’t imagine her going to any other school in the Chicago area! Willows has many extracurricular and sports opportunities, as well as challenging classes and a great school spirit.

5.0 parent

1/4/2024

I have the privilege of being part of Willows Academy and I want to share my thoughts on the unique qualities that make Willows Academy an outstanding place of learning. From the moment you step into the building a sense of warmth and community envelops you. The dedicated faculty and staff at Willow...

5.0 other

1/4/2024

I attended Willows for both middle school and high school as did my two younger sisters and both of my sister-in-laws. I have four daughters who also graduated from the Willows. The staff and faculty at Willows truly live their mission statement by educating young women in freedom while helping them...

5.0 parent

1/4/2024

We love Willows Academy, so much so that we literally bought our house in Des Plaines just to be close (and we’re not the only ones)!Our three daughters attend Willows Academy and we could not be more pleased! The administration and faculty truly are partners with the parents.The academics, values a...

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About Des Plaines

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List Price Range

$184K - $821K

Homes For Sale

Average Home Value

$392,802

Median Lot Size

9,147 Sq Ft

% Renters

24%

Household Income

$98,894

% of College Grads

37.6%

Median Age

Average House Size

2,734 Sq Ft

% Commercial Property

59.8%

Homes for Sale

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- 3 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 1,600 Sq Ft
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- 2 Baths
- 2,477 Sq Ft
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- 3 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 1,279 Sq Ft
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Des Plaines, IL
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- 1 Bath
- 450+ Sq Ft
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