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San Miguel School Top 3 · Highest % Students of Color (IL)
Visitation Catholic School Top 3 · Highest % Students of Color (IL)

Back of the Yards Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 210 students in the neighborhood of Back of the Yards, Chicago, IL.
The top ranked private school in Back of the Yards is Visitation Catholic School.
The average acceptance rate is 98%, which is higher than the Illinois private school average acceptance rate of 89%.
100% of private schools in Back of the Yards are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked Back of the Yards Private Schools (2026-27)

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Visitation Catholic School
Gr: PK-8 | 139 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 2 | Extracurriculars: 11
Catholic
900 W Garfield Blvd
Chicago, IL 60609
(773) 373-5200
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San Miguel School
Gr: 6-8 | 71 students
Catholic
1949 W 48th Street
Chicago, IL 60609
(901) 573-3447
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in the neighborhood of Back of the Yards, Chicago, IL?
The top ranked private schools in the neighborhood of Back of the Yards, Chicago, IL is Visitation Catholic School.
How many private schools are located in the neighborhood of Back of the Yards, Chicago?
2 private schools are located in the neighborhood of Back of the Yards, Chicago.
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in the neighborhood of Back of the Yards, Chicago?
100% of private schools in the neighborhood of Back of the Yards, Chicago are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

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