For the 2026 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 424 students in 62226, IL (there are 7 public schools, serving 2,486 public students). 15% of all K-12 students in 62226, IL are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
The top-ranked private school in 62226, IL is Althoff Catholic High School.
The average acceptance rate is 20%, which is lower than the Illinois private school average acceptance rate of 84%.
67% of private schools in 62226, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
Top-Ranked 62226 Illinois Private Schools (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Althoff Catholic High School ![Althoff Catholic High School Photo]( "Althoff Catholic High School Photo")
(Catholic)
5401 W Main St
Belleville, IL 62226
(618) 235-1100
Belleville, IL 62226
(618) 235-1100
Gr: 9-12 | 323 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 15 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Henry Elementary School
(Catholic)
5303 West Main Street
Belleville, IL 62226
(618) 234-6061
Belleville, IL 62226
(618) 234-6061
Gr: K-8 | 101 students
62226, Illinois Private Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
St. Mary Elementary School (Closed 2006)
(Catholic)
1722 West Main Street
Belleville, IL 62226
(618) 234-2476
Belleville, IL 62226
(618) 234-2476
Gr: PK-8 | 108 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked private schools in 62226, IL?
The top-ranked private schools in 62226, IL is Althoff Catholic High School.
How many private schools are located in 62226?
3 private schools are located in 62226.
What percentage of students in 62226 go to private school?
15% of all K-12 students in 62226 are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 62226?
67% of private schools in 62226 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
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