Aqsa School serves 257 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, is a member of the Islamic School League of America (ISLA), the Cognia and the Illinois Coalition of Nonpublic Schools.
The student:teacher of Aqsa School is 12:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Islamic.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked IL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 257 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Aqsa School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1986
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
257 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
10%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
Number of AP Courses
8 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update
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What is Aqsa School's ranking?
Aqsa School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Aqsa School?
The application deadline for Aqsa School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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