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Best 60626 Illinois Private Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 private schools serving 397 students in 60626, IL (there are 7 public schools, serving 3,699 public students). 10% of all K-12 students in 60626, IL are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
The top ranked private schools in 60626, IL include Northshore Academy For Children and Howard Area Leadership Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 63%, which is lower than the Illinois private school average acceptance rate of 85%.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked 60626 Illinois Private Schools (2026-27)

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Howard Area Leadership Academy
Gr: 10-12 | 126 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Alternative School
7647 N Paulina Ave
Chicago, IL 60626
(773) 381-0366
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Northshore Academy For Children
Gr: PK-K | 20 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Montessori School
6711 N Sheridan Rd Ste 1
Chicago, IL 60626
(773) 743-4744
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Map of Eyes On The Future
Eyes On The Future
Gr: NS | 140 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Daycare / Preschool
6969 N Ravenswood Ave
Chicago, IL 60626
(773) 973-0771
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The Family Matters School
Gr: K-3 | 12 students
7731 N Marshfield Ave
Chicago, IL 60626
(773) 465-6011
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Map of Little People Day Care & Kindergarten
Little People Day Care & Kindergarten
Gr: PK-K | 74 students
Avg. class size: 19 students
Daycare / Preschool
7428 N Rogers Ave
Chicago, IL 60626
(773) 761-2305
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Pactt Learning Center
Gr: 3-12 | 25 students
Avg. class size: 6 students
Special Education School
7101 N Greenview Ave
Chicago, IL 60626
(773) 338-9102
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60626, Illinois Private Schools (Closed)

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Chicago Waldorf School
Gr: PK-12 | 279 students
Specialized Curriculum
1300 W Loyola Ave
Chicago, IL 60626
(773) 465-2371
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Map of North Shore School
North Shore School
Gr: PK-8 | 72 students
1217 W Chase Avenue
Chicago, IL 60626
(773) 274-5143
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 60626, IL?
The top ranked private schools in 60626, IL include Northshore Academy For Children and Howard Area Leadership Academy.
How many private schools are located in 60626?
6 private schools are located in 60626.
How diverse are private schools in 60626?
60626 private schools are approximately 93% minority students, which is higher than the Illinois private school average of 34%.
What percentage of students in 60626 go to private school?
10% of all K-12 students in 60626 are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).

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