Lake Forest Academy Employee Directory
Primary and Secondary EducationUnited States51-200 Employees
Lake Forest Academy, based in the United States, traces its origins to a boys’ school established in 1857 and Ferry Hall, the girls’ school opened in 1869. It operates as a boarding school that also admits day students and draws a diverse student body from around the world. Class sizes are small, averaging about 12 students per class, and the school maintains an advisory system intended to support students throughout their education. The curriculum is broad and deep, with opportunities in clubs, service learning, athletics, and the performing arts, and many faculty live on campus to engage with students in multiple settings; these experiences aim to develop confidence, self-reliance, and empathy. In 2025, the institution was recognized as the top private school in Illinois by Niche.