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Best Alton Private Preschools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 private preschools serving 487 students in Alton, IL.
The top ranked private preschool in Alton, IL is St. Mary School.
The average acceptance rate is 99%, which is higher than the Illinois private preschool average acceptance rate of 86%.
75% of private preschools in Alton, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Baptist).

Top Ranked Alton Private Preschools (2025-26)

School
Location
Quick Facts
St. Mary School
(Catholic)
536 E 3rd St
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 465-8523
Gr: PK-8 | 337 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
2009 Seminary Street
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 462-1071
Gr: PK-12 | 86 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
New Vision Christian Academy
Alternative School (Pentecostal)
512 Spring St
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 979-9357
Gr: PK-8 | 11 students
Toddle Towne Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool
3839 Humbert Road
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 462-8852
Gr: NS-PK | 53 students
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Alton, Illinois

Alton, Illinois Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
801 State St
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 465-8711
Gr: PK-8 | 79 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private preschools in Alton, IL?
The top ranked private preschools in Alton, IL is St. Mary School.
How many private preschools are located in Alton?
4 private preschools are located in Alton.
What percentage of private preschools are religiously affiliated in Alton?
75% of private preschools in Alton are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Baptist).
Which private preschools in Alton are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of private preschools in Alton include: New Vision Christian Academy vs. St. Mary School

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