Connections Day School in Libertyville, IL serves 66 co–ed students in grades 3 through 12 within a nonsectarian special education program.
The school is located in a suburban community and maintains a student–teacher ratio of 7:1 with 9 teaching staff.
Approximately 44% of the student body represents diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds.
As a special education school, Connections Day School provides focused support across upper elementary to high school grade levels.
Libertyville families seeking a small, suburban special education program can consider Connections Day School for grades 3–12.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 3-12
- Enrollment: 66 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
66 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
44%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
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 Connections Day School?
The application deadline for Connections Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby 91s
The nearest high school to Connections Day School is Westlake Christian Academy (2.4 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Old School Montessori (1.8 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Poko Loko Early Learning Center (1.1 miles away)
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Poko Loko Early Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool
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Libertyville, IL 60048
(847) 680-4433
Libertyville, IL 60048
(847) 680-4433
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(847) 918-1621
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(847) 918-1621
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Gr: PK-K | 139 students Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
144 Commerce Dr.
Grayslake, IL 60030
(847) 223-9606
Grayslake, IL 60030
(847) 223-9606
1.8 miles
Gr: K-6 | 36 students Avg. class size: 18 students Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Daycare / Preschool
130 South Atkinson Rd.
Grayslake, IL 60030
(847) 223-9188
Grayslake, IL 60030
(847) 223-9188
1.9 miles
Gr: NS-PK
Bright Horizons Of Libertyville
Daycare / Preschool
600 N Us Highway 45
Libertyville, IL 60048
(847) 523-1874
Libertyville, IL 60048
(847) 523-1874
2.2 miles
Gr: PK-K | 36 students
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