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Best Illinois Alternative Private Preschools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 15 alternative private preschools serving 999 students in Illinois.

The alternative private preschools in Illinois include Chicago Lighthouse, St. Matthew Lutheran School, and Monticello Christian Academy.

The average acceptance rate is 99%, which is higher than the Illinois private preschool average acceptance rate of 90%.

33% of alternative private preschools in Illinois are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 15
# Students Served: 999

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 15
# Students Served: 999

Illinois Alternative Private Preschools Trends

Private Schools

999

Students

$7,875

Avg. Tuition

Avg. Class Size

60%

Students of Color

19:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked alternative private preschools in Illinois?

The alternative private preschools in Illinois include Chicago Lighthouse, St. Matthew Lutheran School, and Monticello Christian Academy.

How many alternative private preschools are located in Illinois?

15 alternative private preschools are located in Illinois.

How diverse are alternative private preschools in Illinois?

Illinois alternative private preschools are approximately 60% minority students, which is higher than the Illinois private school average of 33%.

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

33% of alternative private preschools in Illinois are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).

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