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Best 60620 Illinois Private Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 12 private schools serving 1,558 students in 60620, IL (there are 22 public schools, serving 8,242 public students). 16% of all K-12 students in 60620, IL are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).

The private schools in 60620, IL include St. Ethelreda Elementary School and St. Rita Of Cascia High School.

The average acceptance rate is 60%, which is lower than the Illinois private school average acceptance rate of 85%.

75% of private schools in 60620, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# Private Schools: 12
# Students Served: 1,558
Average Tuition: $10,800
% Students of Color: 78%
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

# Private Schools: 12
# Students Served: 1,558
Average Tuition: $10,800
% Students of Color: 78%
View 60620 Illinois School Trends

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60620, Illinois Private Schools (Closed)

Emmanuel Christian School

Gr: PK-8 | 176 students

Christian

8301 S Damen Ave

Chicago, IL 60620

(773) 239-6828

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Highland Daycare Center

Gr: PK-K | 88 students

Daycare / Preschool

7634 S Ashland Avenue

Chicago, IL 60620

(773) 874-4180

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Timothy Lutheran School

Gr: PK-8 | 160 students

Lutheran Church Missouri Synod

1700 W 83rd Street

Chicago, IL 60620

(773) 874-7333

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 60620, IL?

The private schools in 60620, IL include St. Ethelreda Elementary School and St. Rita Of Cascia High School.

How many private schools are located in 60620?

12 private schools are located in 60620.

How diverse are private schools in 60620?

60620 private schools are approximately 78% minority students, which is higher than the Illinois private school average of 34%.

What percentage of students in 60620 go to private school?

16% of all K-12 students in 60620 are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).

What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 60620?

75% of private schools in 60620 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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