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Best 60616 Illinois Private Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 8 private schools serving 1,770 students in 60616, IL (there are 14 public schools, serving 6,242 public students). 22% of all K-12 students in 60616, IL are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
The top ranked private schools in 60616, IL include Pui Tak Christian School, De La Salle Institute - Institute Campus, and Detour 2 Discovery Day School.
The average acceptance rate is 48%, which is lower than the Illinois private school average acceptance rate of 85%.
50% of private schools in 60616, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 8
  • # Students Served: 1,770
  • Average Tuition: $5,763
  • % Students on Financial Aid: 18%
  • Acceptance Rate: 48%
  • Average Class Size: 16 students
  • % Students of Color: 84%
  • View 60616 Illinois School Trends

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 8
  • # Students Served: 1,770
  • Average Tuition: $5,763
  • % Students on Financial Aid: 18%
  • Acceptance Rate: 48%
  • Average Class Size: 16 students
  • % Students of Color: 84%
  • View 60616 Illinois School Trends

Top Ranked 60616 Illinois Private Schools (2026-27)

De La Salle Institute - Institute Campus Photo
De La Salle Institute - Institute Campus
Gr: 9-12 | 699 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 19 | Extracurriculars: 39
Catholic
3434 S Michigan Ave
Chicago, IL 60616
(312) 842-7355
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Map of Detour 2 Discovery Day School
Detour 2 Discovery Day School
Gr: NS-K | 153 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Daycare / Preschool
2001 S Wabash Avenue
Chicago, IL 60616
(312) 949-2273
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Pui Tak Christian School Photo
Pui Tak Christian School
Gr: NS-8 | 116 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Extracurriculars: 7
Christian
2301 S. Wentworth Ave
Chicago, IL 60616
(312) 842-8546
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St. Therese Chinese Catholic School Photo
St. Therese Chinese Catholic School
Gr: PK-5 | 294 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 5
Catholic
247 W 23rd Street
Chicago, IL 60616
(312) 326-2837
(1)
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Map of Jane Addams High School
Jane Addams High School
Gr: 9-12 | 200 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Alternative School
1814 S Union Ave
Chicago, IL 60616
(312) 563-1746
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Loop Learning Center
Gr: K | 30 students
Daycare / Preschool
2001 S Michigan Ave
Chicago, IL 60616
(312) 225-8828
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Map of Mckinley Lakeside Leadership Academy
Mckinley Lakeside Leadership Academy
Gr: 10-12 | 146 students
Alternative School
2920 S Wabash Ave
Chicago, IL 60616
(312) 949-5010
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Map of St. Jerome Catholic School
St. Jerome Catholic School
Gr: PK-8 | 132 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 7
Catholic
2801 S Princeton Ave
Chicago, IL 60616
(312) 842-7668
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60616, Illinois Private Schools (Closed)

Map of Reach Higher Learning Center
Reach Higher Learning Center
Gr: K-7 | 28 students
447 W 26th St
Chicago, IL 60616
(312) 808-9828
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Map of St. Joseph's Carondelet
St. Joseph's Carondelet
Gr: 4-9 | 74 students
Special Education School
739 East 35th Street
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 624-7702
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 60616, IL?
How many private schools are located in 60616?
8 private schools are located in 60616.
How diverse are private schools in 60616?
60616 private schools are approximately 84% minority students, which is higher than the Illinois private school average of 34%.
What percentage of students in 60616 go to private school?
22% of all K-12 students in 60616 are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 60616?
50% of private schools in 60616 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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