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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 Old St. Marys School, British International School of Chicago-South Loop, 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 Christian and Catholic).

Top-Ranked 60605 Illinois Private Elementary Schools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
British International School of Chicago-South Loop
British International School of Chicago-South Loop Photo - Our Early Years curriculum for children in Nursery (Preschool) and Reception (Junior Kindergarten) integrates the best components of the International Primary Curriculum and follows the Early Years Foundation Stage framework.
(18)
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
Ryan Banks Academy (Closed 2025)
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 Old St. Marys School, British International School of Chicago-South Loop, 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 Christian and Catholic).

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