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60618 Illinois Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 12 private schools serving 2,352 students in 60618, IL (there are 19 public schools, serving 14,172 public students). 14% of all K-12 students in 60618, IL are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).

The private schools in 60618, IL include St. Benedict Preparatory School, North Park Elementary School (NPES), and Depaul College Prep.

The average acceptance rate is 78%, which is lower than the Illinois private school average acceptance rate of 89%.

25% of private schools in 60618, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Jewish).

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 12
# Students Served: 2,352
Average Tuition: $15,719
Average Class Size: 19 students
% Students of Color: 24%
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Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 12
# Students Served: 2,352
Average Tuition: $15,719
Average Class Size: 19 students
% Students of Color: 24%
View 60618 Illinois School Trends

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60618, Illinois Private Schools (Closed)

Greenfields Academy

Gr: K-12 | 29 students

Alternative School

3232 N Elston Ave

Chicago, IL 60618

(872) 208-7295

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Immaculate Heart Of Mary School

Gr: PK-8 | 214 students

Catholic

3820 N Spaulding Ave

Chicago, IL 60618

(773) 478-6554

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 60618, IL?

The private schools in 60618, IL include St. Benedict Preparatory School, North Park Elementary School (NPES), and Depaul College Prep.

How many private schools are located in 60618?

12 private schools are located in 60618.

How diverse are private schools in 60618?

60618 private schools are approximately 24% minority students, which is lower than the Illinois private school average of 34%.

What percentage of students in 60618 go to private school?

14% of all K-12 students in 60618 are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).

What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 60618?

25% of private schools in 60618 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Jewish).

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