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Illinois Blue Ribbon Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 87 blue ribbon private schools serving 32,425 students in Illinois.

The blue ribbon private schools in Illinois include St. Benedict Preparatory School, Queen Of Angels Elementary School, and Alphonsus Academy & Center For The Arts.

The average tuition cost is $9,898, which is lower than the Illinois private school average tuition cost of $10,412.

98% of blue ribbon private schools in Illinois are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Blue Ribbon schools have been recognized by the Department of Education for achieving superior standards of academic excellence. Read more about this national school awards program and how blue ribbon schools work.

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 87
# Students Served: 32,425

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 87
# Students Served: 32,425

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked blue ribbon private schools in Illinois?

The blue ribbon private schools in Illinois include St. Benedict Preparatory School, Queen Of Angels Elementary School, and Alphonsus Academy & Center For The Arts.

How many blue ribbon private schools are located in Illinois?

87 blue ribbon private schools are located in Illinois.

How much do blue ribbon private schools cost in Illinois?

The average tuition cost is $9,898, which is lower than the Illinois private school average tuition cost of $10,412.

How diverse are blue ribbon private schools in Illinois?

Illinois blue ribbon private schools are approximately 21% minority students, which is lower than the Illinois private school average of 34%.

What percentage of blue ribbon private schools are religiously affiliated in Illinois?

98% of blue ribbon private schools in Illinois are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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