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Wheaton Academy is a private, Christian high school in West Chicago, Illinois.
Established in 1853, our school is guided by our mission to nurture growth in students through relationships, excellence, and service to the glory of God.
Named a Blue Ribbon School by the U.S. Department of Education in 2019, Wheaton Academy provides a rigorous educational experience rooted in Biblical truth.
For over 30 years, Wheaton Academy has proudly offered the Winterim program to our students. This Wheaton Academy distinctive opens the door for our young people to explore their passions, ...morelearn practical skills, and ultimately, discover more about themselves and who God has created them to be. hide
In 2024, Wheaton Academy marked the completion of a $30 million expansion to the Academic Building, adding a Business and Innovation Center, Video Production Studio, Student Union, and flexible learning ...morespaces. hide
AP Art History, AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Chemistry, AP Economics, AP English Language and Composition, AP English Literature and Composition, AP Environmental Science, AP French Language and Culture, AP Modern World History, AP Music Theory, AP Physics C, AP Psychology, AP Research, AP Seminar, AP Spanish Language and Culture, AP Spanish Literature and Culture, AP Statistics, AP Studio Art: 2D Design/Drawing, AP United States History, AP United States/AP Comparative Government and Politics
Club or Organization: ACES Academic Challenge, Bible and Theology Club, Business and Innovation Club, Kairos, Makers Club, Maroon Platoon, Math Team, Mock Trial Team, National Honor Society, Project LEAD, Quiz Bowl, Science Bowl, Service Project Club, Student Council, Worship Team, Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs: Camerata Chamber Music, Fall Play, Furnace Company Dance, Furnace Company Improv, Jazz Ensemble, Live Video & Television Program, Pep Band, Production Crew, Spring Musical, Vocal Jazz Ensemble
Recreational Athletic Programs: Climbing Club, Disc Club
School Notes
Wheaton Academy has been named an Exemplary High Performing
School by the U.S. Department of Education. In order to be
considered for the National Blue Ribbon Award, a school`s students
must place in the top 15 percent in the state in English, Language
Arts, and Mathematics. Only 1% of the nation`s schools are
recognized at current Blue Ribbon Schools.
Wheaton Academy was recognized by the College Board as an AP
Gold Honor Roll School in 2023 and 2024.
Winterim, Wheaton Academy's two-week January term provides
students with opportunities to travel the world, gain career
experience in an internship, or enroll in specialized classes.
Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
Wess Stafford '67 - President Emeritus of Compassion International
Robert Van Kampen '60 - Businessman and founder of Van Kampen Investments
Todd Beamer '85 - An American hero after his actions on United Airlines Flight 93 during the September 11 attacks
Dr. James H. Barnes '65 - President Emeritus of Bethel University, 1995-2020
C. William Pollard '56 - Former CEO of Service Master
Wheaton Academy famous alumni include: Wess Stafford '67, Robert Van Kampen '60, Todd Beamer '85, Dr. James H. Barnes '65, C. William Pollard '56 and Randy Hultgren '84.
Does Wheaton Academy offer a summer program?
Yes, Wheaton Academy offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does Wheaton Academy offer?
Wheaton Academy offers 13 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling. Wheaton Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for most sports offered.
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