Rosary College Prep Photo - Rosary High School is a Catholic, college-preparatory high school for young women located at 901 N. Edgelawn Drive in Aurora, and sponsored by the Dominican Sisters of Springfield, Illinois. At Rosary, we empower young women to achieve their greatest potential. For more information about Rosary High School, please visit www.rosaryhs.com.

Best Aurora Private High Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 5 private high schools serving 2,044 students in Aurora, IL.
The top ranked private high schools in Aurora, IL include Marmion Academy, Aurora Christian Schools, and Aurora Central Catholic High School.
The average acceptance rate is 96%, which is higher than the Illinois private high school average acceptance rate of 81%.
100% of private high schools in Aurora, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Top Ranked Aurora Private High Schools (2025-26)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Aurora Central Catholic High School
Aurora Central Catholic High School Photo
(Catholic)
(3)
1255 N Edgelawn Dr
Aurora, IL 60506
(630) 907-0095
Gr: 9-12 | 505 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 13 | Extracurrculars: 26 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Aurora Christian Schools
Aurora Christian Schools Photo - Each year, our High School students take one week of their Easter Vacation to spend time traveling to and working on a construction project, called Mission Impossible!
(Christian)
(2)
2255 Sullivan Road
Aurora, IL 60506
(630) 892-1551
Gr: NS-12 | 645 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 11 Tuition listed
Marmion Academy
All-boys (Catholic)
(1)
1000 Butterfield Rd
Aurora, IL 60502
(630) 897-6936
Gr: 9-12 | 511 students
Rosary College Prep
Rosary College Prep Photo - Rosary High School is a Catholic, college-preparatory high school for young women located at 901 N. Edgelawn Drive in Aurora, and sponsored by the Dominican Sisters of Springfield, Illinois. At Rosary, we empower young women to achieve their greatest potential. For more information about Rosary High School, please visit www.rosaryhs.com.
All-girls (Catholic)
(1)
901 N Edgelawn Dr
Aurora, IL 60506
(630) 893-0831
Gr: 9-12 | 265 students Sports: 13 | Extracurrculars: 19 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Covenant Christian School
(Christian)
1575 Reckinger Rd.
Aurora, IL 60505
(630) 801-7955
Gr: PK-11 | 118 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Aurora, Illinois

Aurora, Illinois Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
701 Shoreline Dr
Aurora, IL 60504
(630) 851-4414
Gr: PK-K | 48 students
Gingercare (Closed 2015)
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
2850 Ginger Woods Pkwy
Aurora, IL 60502
(630) 631-0182
Gr: PK-K | 77 students
601 Talma St
Aurora, IL 60505
(630) 851-4400
Gr: K-8 | 187 students
St. Mark's Child Development Center (Closed 2013)
Daycare / Preschool (Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (formerly AELC, ALC, or LCA))
1995 W Downer Pl
Aurora, IL 60506
(630) 897-6063
Gr: NS-PK | 57 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private high schools in Aurora, IL?
The top ranked private high schools in Aurora, IL include Marmion Academy, Aurora Christian Schools, and Aurora Central Catholic High School.
How many private high schools are located in Aurora?
5 private high schools are located in Aurora.
How diverse are private high schools in Aurora?
Aurora private high schools are approximately 28% minority students, which is lower than the Illinois private school average of 35%.
What percentage of private high schools are religiously affiliated in Aurora?
100% of private high schools in Aurora are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).
Which private high schools in Aurora are often viewed compared to one another?

Recent Articles

Hidden Private School Scholarship & Financial Aid Options 2025
Hidden Private School Scholarship & Financial Aid Options 2025
Explore lesser-known scholarships and financial aid programs for private schools in 2025, including state vouchers, nonprofit grants and school-based aid.
When Starting at Community College Makes More Sense Than a Four-Year Private School
When Starting at Community College Makes More Sense Than a Four-Year Private School
Discover why beginning at community college is a smart, cost-effective alternative to a four-year private school in 2025.
How Hybrid and Online Community College Programs Serve Private School Students
How Hybrid and Online Community College Programs Serve Private School Students
Explore how hybrid and online community college programs can meet private school students’ needs with flexibility, transfer opportunities and academic readiness.