For the 2025 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 648 students in 61701, IL (there are 11 public schools, serving 4,425 public students). 13% of all K-12 students in 61701, IL are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
The top ranked private schools in 61701, IL include Corpus Christi Catholic School and St. Marys School.
The average acceptance rate is 95%, which is higher than the Illinois private school average acceptance rate of 84%.
67% of private schools in 61701, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
Top Ranked 61701 Illinois Private Schools (2025)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Corpus Christi Catholic School
(Catholic)
1909 E. Lincoln Street
Bloomington, IL 61701
(309) 662-3712
Bloomington, IL 61701
(309) 662-3712
Gr: PK-8 | 454 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Marys School
(Catholic)
603 W Jackson St
Bloomington, IL 61701
(309) 828-5954
Bloomington, IL 61701
(309) 828-5954
Gr: PK-8 | 144 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
High Road School Of Bloomington
Special Education School
1316 E Empire St Ste A
Bloomington, IL 61701
(309) 276-0933
Bloomington, IL 61701
(309) 276-0933
Gr: 1-12 | 50 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in 61701, IL?
The top ranked private schools in 61701, IL include Corpus Christi Catholic School and St. Marys School.
How many private schools are located in 61701?
3 private schools are located in 61701.
What percentage of students in 61701 go to private school?
13% of all K-12 students in 61701 are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 61701?
67% of private schools in 61701 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
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