East Lake Academy is a private Roman Catholic school that serves students from pre-k through eighth grade, located in Lake Forest, Illinois. We are dedicated to forming the whole child by providing a program of accelerated academics, character, faith and apostolic formation. Our method is designed to develop our students as strong Catholic leaders who have a positive influence on society. East Lake Academy education focuses on the heart, mind and soul of our students, as they learn to love Catholic values and develop a sense of what is good, right, noble, just, and beautiful. East Lake Academy has canonical approval from the Archdiocese of Chicago and is conveniently located in west Lake Forest near I-94 and Route 176 proudly serving students in Lake Forest, Lake Bluff, Libertyville, Gurnee, and many other towns in Chicagoland.

Annually East Lake holds a gala. Fundraising from the gala goes to scholarships for students and improvements for the school. The gala hosts current families, prospective families as well as alumni from all stages of life. It is an opportunity for the community to gather in support of a school that is so cherished and loved.