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Best 60637 Illinois Private Elementary Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 private elementary schools serving 2,460 students in 60637, IL.

The private elementary schools in 60637, IL include Sonia Shankman Orthogenic School, University of Chicago Laboratory Schools, and Hyde Park Day School - Chicago campus.

The average acceptance rate is 79%, which is lower than the Illinois private elementary school average acceptance rate of 89%.

33% of private elementary schools in 60637, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Seventh Day Adventist and Church of God).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# Private Schools: 6
# Students Served: 2,460
Average Tuition: $23,905
% Students of Color: 59%
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

# Private Schools: 6
# Students Served: 2,460
Average Tuition: $23,905
% Students of Color: 59%
View 60637 Illinois School Trends

Top Ranked 60637 Illinois Private Elementary Schools (2026-27)

Sonia Shankman Orthogenic School

Gr: 5-12 | 111 students

Avg. class size: 10 students

Extracurriculars: 20

Special Education School

6245 S. Ingleside Avenue

Chicago, IL 60637

(773) 420-2900

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Hyde Park Day School - Chicago campus

Gr: 1-8 | 51 students

Avg. class size: 10 students

Special Education School

6254 S. Ellis

Chicago, IL 60637

(773) 420-2550

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University of Chicago Laboratory Schools

Gr: PK-12 | 2,212 students

Sports: 12

1362 E 59th Street

Chicago, IL 60637

(773) 702-9450

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Chicago Sda Elementary School

Gr: PK-8 | 43 students

Seventh Day Adventist

7008 S Michigan Ave

Chicago, IL 60637

(773) 873-3005

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Drexel Learning Center

Gr: K-9 | 12 students

Church of God

1151 E 62nd St 55

Chicago, IL 60637

(773) 752-5645

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Ryan Banks Academy

Gr: 7-10 | 31 students

6620 S King Dr

Chicago, IL 60637

(312) 585-5883

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60637, Illinois Private Elementary Schools (Closed)

St. Gelasius

Gr: K-8 | 188 students

Catholic

6358 S Blackstone Ave

Chicago, IL 60637

(773) 324-8430

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private elementary schools in 60637, IL?

The private elementary schools in 60637, IL include Sonia Shankman Orthogenic School, University of Chicago Laboratory Schools, and Hyde Park Day School - Chicago campus.

How many private elementary schools are located in 60637?

6 private elementary schools are located in 60637.

How diverse are private elementary schools in 60637?

60637 private elementary schools are approximately 59% minority students, which is higher than the Illinois private school average of 32%.

What percentage of private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in 60637?

33% of private elementary schools in 60637 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Seventh Day Adventist and Church of God).

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