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Best Illinois Alternative Private Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 49 alternative private schools serving 9,813 students in Illinois.

The alternative private schools in Illinois include Chicago Lighthouse, Howard Area Leadership Academy, and Dr Pedro Albizu Campos Puerto Rican High School.

The average acceptance rate is 89%, which is same as the Illinois private school average acceptance rate of 89%.

24% of alternative private schools in Illinois are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# Private Schools: 49
# Students Served: 9,813

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# Private Schools: 49
# Students Served: 9,813

Illinois Alternative Private School Trends

Private Schools

9,813

Students

$7,624

Avg. Tuition

Avg. Class Size

52%

Students of Color

12:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked alternative private schools in Illinois?

The alternative private schools in Illinois include Chicago Lighthouse, Howard Area Leadership Academy, and Dr Pedro Albizu Campos Puerto Rican High School.

How many alternative private schools are located in Illinois?

49 alternative private schools are located in Illinois.

How diverse are alternative private schools in Illinois?

Illinois alternative private schools are approximately 52% minority students, which is higher than the Illinois private school average of 34%.

What percentage of alternative private schools are religiously affiliated in Illinois?

24% of alternative private schools in Illinois are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).

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