University of Chicago Laboratory Schools was founded in 1896 by Professor John Dewey. For many years the school was funded and governed by the university. The school is now basically independent of the university though it tends to cater to children of faculty and staff. A complete history of this great school can be found at Experiencing Education.
Academics:
The high school offers 150 academic courses and 17 AP courses in the following departments:
Facilities:
The school occupies several buildings in the Hyde Park area of downtown Chicago.
Finances:
The school has a small endowment of $13 million yet still manages to give almost $1 million in aid to its students.
Matriculation:
U-High graduates go to some of the most competitive colleges and universities here and abroad. 1
Commentary:
This is a great, big city school. Being the creation of the University of Chicago it has historically enjoyed the best minds and guidance from that esteemed institution. As a result University of Chicago Laboratory Schools champions diversity, seeks and attains the highest academic standards and somehow manages to combine all of those ideals with a supportive, caring atmosphere which nurtures the whole child. If you live and work in Chicago and don't need a religious school for your child, UCLS should be high on your list of school choices.
