For the 2026 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 208 students in 60653, IL (there are 12 public schools, serving 4,356 public students). 5% of all K-12 students in 60653, IL are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
The top-ranked private school in 60653, IL is Holy Angels.
100% of private schools in 60653, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Lutheran Church Missouri Synod and Catholic).
Top-Ranked 60653 Illinois Private Schools (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Holy Angels
(Catholic)
750 E. 40th St.
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 403-5822
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 403-5822
Gr: PK-8 | 168 students Avg. class size: 14 students Tuition listed
Christ The King Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
3701 S Lake Park Ave
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 536-1984
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 536-1984
Gr: PK-8 | 26 students
Church Of God Of Chicago
(Church of God)
4601 S Drexel
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 752-5644
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 752-5644
Gr: K-8 | 14 students
60653, Illinois Private Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Cambridge School Of Chicago (Closed 2018)
(Christian)
1014 East 47th Street
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 924-1200
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 924-1200
Gr: PK-6 | 83 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked private schools in 60653, IL?
The top-ranked private schools in 60653, IL is Holy Angels.
How many private schools are located in 60653?
3 private schools are located in 60653.
What percentage of students in 60653 go to private school?
5% of all K-12 students in 60653 are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 60653?
100% of private schools in 60653 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Lutheran Church Missouri Synod and Catholic).
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