For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 450 students in 60406, IL (there are 9 public schools, serving 3,686 public students). 11% of all K-12 students in 60406, IL are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
The top ranked private schools in 60406, IL include St. Walter St. Benedict Elementary School, Council Oak Montessori School, and Aaa Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 87%, which is higher than the Illinois private school average acceptance rate of 84%.
25% of private schools in 60406, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
Top Ranked 60406 Illinois Private Schools (2025-26)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Aaa Academy
Special Education School
13801 Chatham St
Blue Island, IL 60406
(708) 206-0000
Blue Island, IL 60406
(708) 206-0000
Gr: 1-8 | 47 students
Council Oak Montessori School![Council Oak Montessori School Photo Council Oak Montessori School Photo]()

Montessori School
2521 Grove St
Blue Island, IL 60406
(708) 926-9720
Blue Island, IL 60406
(708) 926-9720
Gr: PK-8 | 63 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
2324 New Street
Blue Island, IL 60406
(708) 385-2016
Blue Island, IL 60406
(708) 385-2016
Gr: PK-8 | 246 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
Tlc Learning Center
Alternative School
2844 Burr Oak Ave
Blue Island, IL 60406
(708) 388-4220
Blue Island, IL 60406
(708) 388-4220
Gr: PK-5 | 94 students Avg. class size: 20 students Acceptance rate listed
60406, Illinois Private Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Salem Lutheran School (Closed 2006)
(Other Lutheran)
12951 Maple Avenue
Blue Island, IL 60406
(708) 388-6175
Blue Island, IL 60406
(708) 388-6175
Gr: K-8 | 94 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in 60406, IL?
The top ranked private schools in 60406, IL include St. Walter St. Benedict Elementary School, Council Oak Montessori School, and Aaa Academy.
How many private schools are located in 60406?
4 private schools are located in 60406.
What percentage of students in 60406 go to private school?
11% of all K-12 students in 60406 are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 60406?
25% of private schools in 60406 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
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