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Best 60640 Illinois Private Schools (2026-27)

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 St. Scholastica Academy, CHICAGO FRIENDS SCHOOL, and Lycee Francais De Chicago.
The average acceptance rate is 67%, which is lower than the Illinois private school average acceptance rate of 89%.
44% of private schools in 60640, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Friends).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # 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

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # 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)

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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 St. Scholastica Academy, CHICAGO FRIENDS SCHOOL, and Lycee Francais De Chicago.
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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