Top 3 Best Elgin Private Preschools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 17 private preschools serving 2,146 students in Elgin, IL.
The top ranked private preschools in Elgin, IL include St. John's Lutheran School, Harvest Christian Academy and Elgin Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 96%, which is higher than the Illinois private preschool average acceptance rate of 92%.
47% of private preschools in Elgin, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Top Ranked Elgin Private Preschools (2024)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Elgin Academy
Elgin Academy Photo - "Old Main" building of Elgin Academy Old Main is the academy's original building. Today, it is primarily used as the museum for the Elgin Area Historical Society. One room still serves as a regular school classroom for the school.
(9)
350 Park St
Elgin, IL 60120
(847) 695-0303
Grades: NS-12
| 182 students
Harvest Christian Academy
Harvest Christian Academy Photo - Welcome to Harvest Christian Academy, home of the Lions! We educate students from preschool through grade 12.
(Christian)
(2)
1000 N Randall Rd
Elgin, IL 60123
(847) 214-3500
Grades: NS-12
| 479 students
St. John's Lutheran School
St. John's Lutheran School Photo - St. John's Lutheran School in Elgin Il.
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
109 N Spring St
Elgin, IL 60120
(847) 741-7633
Grades: PK-1
| students
Westminster Christian School
Westminster Christian School Photo - Middle and High school students enjoy class trips to foster unity in their classes.
(Christian)
(6)
2700 W Highland Avenue
Elgin, IL 60124
(847) 695-0310
Grades: PK-12
| 314 students
Bethlehem Lutheran Child Development Center
Daycare / Preschool (Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (formerly AELC, ALC, or LCA))
340 Grand Blvd
Elgin, IL 60120
(847) 741-7743
Grades: PK-K
| 44 students
Bowes Road KinderCare
Bowes Road KinderCare Photo - Bowes Road KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
2395 Bowes Rd
Elgin, IL 60123
(847) 622-9475
Grades: NS-PK
| 23 students
Bowes Road KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
2395 Bowes Rd.
Elgin, IL 60123
(847) 622-9475
Grades: NS-PK
| 74 students
The Einstein Academy
The Einstein Academy Photo - Fun with science!
Special Program Emphasis
(4)
747 Davis Rd
Elgin, IL 60123
(847) 697-3836
Grades: PK-12
| 94 students
The Goddard School Of Elgin
The Goddard School Of Elgin Photo
Daycare / Preschool
2496 Bushwood Drive
Elgin, IL 60124
(847) 783-0083
Grades: PK-K
| 37 students
Highland Christian Academy
Highland Christian Academy Photo - Make a Difference in the life of a child - support Highland Christian Academy.
(Assembly of God)
(3)
2250 W Highland Ave
Elgin, IL 60123
(847) 741-5530
Grades: PK-8
| 57 students
The Learning Tree
Daycare / Preschool
2325 Royal Blvd
Elgin, IL 60123
(847) 888-4220
Grades: PK-K
| 200 students
The Learning Tree East
Daycare / Preschool
(1)
845 Summit St
Elgin, IL 60120
(847) 741-6880
Grades: PK-K
| 54 students
Main Lane KinderCare
Main Lane KinderCare Photo - Main Lane KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
(1)
1520 Main Lane
Elgin, IL 60123
(847) 697-0555
Grades: NS-PK
| 60 students
St. Joseph Catholic School
(Catholic)
274 Division St
Elgin, IL 60120
(847) 931-2804
Grades: NS-8
| 192 students
St. Mary School
St. Mary School Photo - St. Mary Catholic School of Elgin
(Catholic)
(11)
103 S Gifford St
Elgin, IL 60120
(847) 695-6609
Grades: PK-8
| 138 students
St. Thomas More Continuation School
(Catholic)
(1)
1625 W Highland Ave
Elgin, IL 60123
(847) 742-3959
Grades: PK-8
| 198 students
South Street KinderCare
South Street KinderCare Photo - South Street KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
2485 South St
Elgin, IL 60123
(847) 888-4288
Grades: NS-PK
| students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private preschools in Elgin, IL?
The top ranked private preschools in Elgin, IL include St. John's Lutheran School, Harvest Christian Academy and Elgin Academy.
How many private preschools are located in Elgin, IL?
17 private preschools are located in Elgin, IL.
How diverse are private preschools in Elgin, IL?
Elgin, IL private preschools are approximately 34% minority students, which is same as the Illinois private school average of 34%.
What percentage of private preschools are religiously affiliated in Elgin, IL?
47% of private preschools in Elgin, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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