The Chicago Lighthouse was founded in 1906 by a group of women volunteers, both blind and sighted, working out of the basement of a doctor's home offering clothing and food to Chicagoan who were blind, many of them homeless.
Since then, the Chicago Lighthouse has evolved into the most comprehensive private rehabilitation and educational facility in the nation dedicated to assisting children, youth and adults who are blind, visually impaired or multi-disabled.
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Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 30 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Full theraputic Day School
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
30 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
79%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Chicago Lighthouse?
The application deadline for Chicago Lighthouse is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Chicago Lighthouse located?
Chicago Lighthouse is located in the Near West Side neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 6 other private schools located in Near West Side.
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