Daisys Resource Optional School in North Chicago, IL, is a nonsectarian, co鈥揺d alternative school serving grades 10 through 12 in a suburban community.
Founded in 1973, the school enrolls 56 students with a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 14:1, supported by 4 full鈥搕ime teachers.
The school has a diverse student body, with 100% of students identifying as students of color.
Daisys Resource Optional School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for student diversity.
Located near Waukegan and Lake Bluff, this Illinois high school offers an alternative program option within a suburb setting.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 56 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Daisys Resource Optional School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
Year Founded
1973
Student Body
Total Students
56 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Daisys Resource Optional School?
The application deadline for Daisys Resource Optional School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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Location
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Quick Facts
3633 N California Ave
Chicago, IL 60618
(773) 539-3600
Chicago, IL 60618
(773) 539-3600
27.4 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 942 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 13 Tuition listed
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