60629 Illinois Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 11 private schools serving 1,543 students in 60629, IL (there are 21 public schools, serving 14,945 public students). 9% of all K-12 students in 60629, IL are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
The top ranked private schools in 60629, IL include St. Gall Elementary School, St. Nicholas Tolentine School, and Maria High School.
The average acceptance rate is 97%, which is higher than the Illinois private school average acceptance rate of 90%.
55% of private schools in 60629, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 11
  • # Students Served: 1,543
  • Average Tuition: $4,838
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Average Class Size: 19 students
  • % Students of Color: 96%
  • Averages cover the schools that report each figure.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 11
  • # Students Served: 1,543
  • Average Tuition: $4,838
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Average Class Size: 19 students
  • % Students of Color: 96%
  • Averages cover the schools that report each figure.

Top Ranked 60629 Illinois Private Schools (2026-27)

Maria High School Photo
Gr: 9-12 | 241 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 17
All-girls (Catholic)
6727 S California Ave
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 925-8686
St. Gall Elementary School Photo
Gr: K-8 | 139 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 3
Catholic
5515 S Sawyer Ave
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 737-3454
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Map of St. Nicholas Tolentine School
Gr: PK-8 | 396 students
Avg. class size: 24 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 9
Catholic
3741 W 62nd St
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 735-0772
(1)
Map of The Learning Circle
Gr: PK-K | 30 students
Daycare / Preschool
4250 W 63rd St
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 284-7383
Map of Little Kids Village Learning Ii
Gr: PK-K | 72 students
Daycare / Preschool
2656 W 71st Street
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 776-4753
Map of Mother's Touch
Gr: K-1 | 21 students
Daycare / Preschool
2501 W 71st St
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 436-3177
Map of Nativity Bvm Elementary School
Gr: NS-8 | 101 students
Catholic
6820 S Washtenaw Ave
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 776-4600
Map of Queen Of The Universe School
Gr: PK-8 | 195 students
Catholic
7130 S Hamlin Ave
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 582-4266
St. Mary Star Of The Sea School Photo
Gr: PK-8 | 221 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 9
Catholic
6424 S Kenneth Ave
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 767-6160
Map of Teddy Bear Nursery School #3
Gr: PK-K | 57 students
Daycare / Preschool
6401 S Pulaski Rd
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 284-2292
Map of Young Scholars Developmental Institute Early Learning
Gr: PK-K | 70 students
Daycare / Preschool
3038 W 59th St
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 918-1944
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60629, Illinois Private Schools (Closed)

Albany Child Care Center Photo
Gr: NS-PK | 62 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Daycare / Preschool
5954 S Albany Avenue
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 737-7810

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 60629, IL?
The top ranked private schools in 60629, IL include St. Gall Elementary School, St. Nicholas Tolentine School, and Maria High School.
How many private schools are located in 60629?
11 private schools are located in 60629.
How diverse are private schools in 60629?
60629 private schools are approximately 96% minority students, which is higher than the Illinois private school average of 34%.
What percentage of students in 60629 go to private school?
9% of all K-12 students in 60629 are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 60629?
55% of private schools in 60629 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

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