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Best 60605 Illinois Private Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 private elementary schools serving 1,735 students in 60605, IL.
The top-ranked private elementary schools in 60605, IL include British International School of Chicago-South Loop, Old St. Marys School, and Daystar Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 92%, which is higher than the Illinois private elementary school average acceptance rate of 85%.
50% of private elementary schools in 60605, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Top-Ranked 60605 Illinois Private Elementary Schools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
161 West 9th Street
Chicago, IL 60605
(773) 998-2472
Gr: NS-12 | 799 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 12 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Daystar Academy
Daystar Academy Photo
Special Program Emphasis (Christian)
(1)
1550 S State St
Chicago, IL 60605
(312) 791-0001
Gr: PK-12 | 301 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Old St. Marys School
(Catholic)
(2)
1474 S Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60605
(312) 386-1560
Gr: PK-8 | 505 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 3 Tuition listed
South Loop Montessori School
Montessori School
47 W Polk St Ste G15
Chicago, IL 60605
(312) 431-8050
Gr: PK-3 | 130 students Tuition listed
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in 60605 Illinois

60605, Illinois Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
1245 S Michigan #212
Chicago, IL 60605
(630) 880-2571
Gr: 7-10 | 25 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked private elementary schools in 60605, IL?
The top-ranked private elementary schools in 60605, IL include British International School of Chicago-South Loop, Old St. Marys School, and Daystar Academy.
How many private elementary schools are located in 60605?
4 private elementary schools are located in 60605.
What percentage of private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in 60605?
50% of private elementary schools in 60605 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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