Bennett Day School Photo

Best West Town Private Preschools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 private preschools serving 826 students in the neighborhood of West Town, Chicago, IL.
The top ranked private preschools in West Town include Bennett Day School and St. Helen School.
The average acceptance rate is 99%, which is higher than the Illinois private preschool average acceptance rate of 86%.
50% of private preschools in West Town are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Other).

Top Ranked West Town Private Preschools (2025-26)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Bennett Day School
Bennett Day School Photo
Special Program Emphasis
(2)
955 W. Grand Ave.
Chicago, IL 60642
(312) 236-6388
Gr: PK-12 | 413 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
St. Helen School
(Catholic)
2347 W Augusta Blvd
Chicago, IL 60622
(773) 486-1055
Gr: PK-8 | 280 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
Guidepost Montessori at Wicker Park
Montessori School
1530 N Damen Ave.
Chicago, IL 60614
(773) 938-6002
Gr: PK-K
2200 West Rice Street
Chicago, IL 60622
(773) 384-7243
Gr: PK-8 | 133 students Avg. class size: 11 students Sports: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private preschools in the neighborhood of West Town, Chicago, IL?
The top ranked private preschools in the neighborhood of West Town, Chicago, IL include Bennett Day School and St. Helen School.
How many private preschools are located in the neighborhood of West Town, Chicago?
4 private preschools are located in the neighborhood of West Town, Chicago.
What percentage of private preschools are religiously affiliated in the neighborhood of West Town, Chicago?
50% of private preschools in the neighborhood of West Town, Chicago are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Other).

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