For the 2025 school year, there is 1 private school serving 130 students in Beardstown, IL (there are 3 public schools, serving 1,496 public students). 8% of all K-12 students in Beardstown, IL are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
The top ranked private school in Beardstown, IL is Beardstown Christian Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 25%, which is lower than the Illinois private school average acceptance rate of 84%.
100% of private schools in Beardstown, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).
Top Ranked Beardstown Private Schools (2025)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Beardstown Christian Academy
(Christian)
1421 Beard St
Beardstown, IL 62618
(217) 323-1685
Beardstown, IL 62618
(217) 323-1685
Gr: PK-12 | 130 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Beardstown, Illinois Private Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
St. Johns Lutheran School (Closed 2004)
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
220 E 6th Street
Beardstown, IL 62618
(217) 323-1288
Beardstown, IL 62618
(217) 323-1288
Gr: NS-8 | 51 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in Beardstown, IL?
The top ranked private schools in Beardstown, IL is Beardstown Christian Academy.
How many private schools are located in Beardstown?
1 private schools are located in Beardstown.
What percentage of students in Beardstown go to private school?
8% of all K-12 students in Beardstown are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Beardstown?
100% of private schools in Beardstown are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).
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