For the 2024 school year, there are 1,656 private schools serving 259,826 students in Illinois (there are 4,386 public schools, serving 1,867,247 students). 12% of all K-12 students in Illinois are educated in private schools (compared to the national average of 10%).
The average private school tuition is $8,479 for elementary schools and $13,546 for high schools (view national tuition averages).
The best top ranked private schools in Illinois include St. Bede Academy, Catherine Cook School and Vine Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 90% (view national acceptance rates). Minority enrollment is 34% and the student:teacher ratio is 13:1.
Top Ranked Illinois Private Schools by County (2024)
County
# Schools
# Students
% of K-12 Students in Private Schools
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in Illinois?
The best top ranked private schools in Illinois include St. Bede Academy, Catherine Cook School and Vine Academy.
How many private schools are located in Illinois?
1,656 private schools are located in Illinois.
How much do private schools cost in Illinois?
The average private school tuition in Illinois is $8,479 for elementary schools and $13,546 for high schools
How diverse are private schools in Illinois?
Illinois private schools are approximately 34% minority students (view national minority students).
What percentage of students in Illinois go to private school?
12% of all K-12 students in Illinois are educated in private schools (compared to national average of 10%).
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