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60640 Illinois Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 9 private schools serving 2,093 students in 60640, IL (there are 7 public schools, serving 2,445 public students). 46% of all K-12 students in 60640, IL are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
The top ranked private schools in 60640, IL include CHICAGO FRIENDS SCHOOL, Christopher House-uptown Dcc, and St. Scholastica Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 67%, which is lower than the Illinois private school average acceptance rate of 90%.
44% of private schools in 60640, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Friends).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 9
  • # Students Served: 2,093
  • Average Tuition: $18,261
  • % Students on Financial Aid: 34%
  • Average Class Size: 16 students
  • % Students of Color: 51%
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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 9
  • # Students Served: 2,093
  • Average Tuition: $18,261
  • % Students on Financial Aid: 34%
  • Average Class Size: 16 students
  • % Students of Color: 51%
  • View 60640 Illinois School Trends

Top Ranked 60640 Illinois Private Schools (2026-27)

CHICAGO FRIENDS SCHOOL Photo
CHICAGO FRIENDS SCHOOL
Gr: K-8 | 29 students
Avg. class size: 5 students
Extracurriculars: 1
Friends
1315 W. Berwyn Avenue
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 442-2371
(5)
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Christopher House-uptown Dcc
Gr: NS | 178 students
Daycare / Preschool
4701 N. Winthrop Ave.
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 769-4540
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Lycee Francais De Chicago
Gr: NS-12 | 789 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 14 | Extracurriculars: 18
Specialized Curriculum
1929 W. Wilson Avenue
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 665-0066
(3)
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Rogers Park Montessori School
Gr: PK-8 | 339 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 15
Montessori School
1800 W Balmoral Ave
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 271-1700
(8)
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St. Scholastica Academy
Gr: 9-12 | 180 students
Sports: 9
All-girls (Catholic)
7416 N Ridge Blvd
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 764-5715
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St. Thomas Of Canterbury School
Gr: PK-8 | 263 students
Catholic
5525 N Magnolia Ave
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 271-8655
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Kids Future Day Care Center
Gr: NS | 84 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Daycare / Preschool (Friends)
4848 N Sheridan Rd Unit 103
Chicago, IL 60640
(312) 945-7893
(4)
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Lakeview Development Center Inc
Gr: K | 40 students
Daycare / Preschool
1531 W Lawrence Ave
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 878-2223
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Southeast Asia Center
Gr: PK-6 | 191 students
1124 W Ainslie Street
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 989-6927
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60640, Illinois Private Schools (Closed)

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Our Lady Of Lourdes School
Gr: PK-8 | 132 students
Catholic
4641 N Ashland Avenue
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 561-9348
(1)
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 60640, IL?
The top ranked private schools in 60640, IL include CHICAGO FRIENDS SCHOOL, Christopher House-uptown Dcc, and St. Scholastica Academy.
How many private schools are located in 60640?
9 private schools are located in 60640.
How diverse are private schools in 60640?
60640 private schools are approximately 51% minority students, which is higher than the Illinois private school average of 34%.
What percentage of students in 60640 go to private school?
46% of all K-12 students in 60640 are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 60640?
44% of private schools in 60640 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Friends).

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