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Woodlawn Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 792 students in the neighborhood of Woodlawn, Chicago, IL.
The top ranked private schools in Woodlawn include Mount Carmel High School, Hyde Park Day School - Chicago campus, and Sonia Shankman Orthogenic School.
The average acceptance rate is 96%, which is higher than the Illinois private school average acceptance rate of 90%.
50% of private schools in Woodlawn are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Church of God).

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked Woodlawn Private Schools (2026-27)

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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
(5)
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Hyde Park Day School - Chicago campus Photo
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
(1)
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Map of Mount Carmel High School
Mount Carmel High School
Gr: 9-12 | 618 students
Sports: 18 | Extracurriculars: 13
All-boys (Catholic)
6410 S. Dante Ave
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 324-1020
(2)
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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
(1)
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in the neighborhood of Woodlawn, Chicago, IL?
The top ranked private schools in the neighborhood of Woodlawn, Chicago, IL include Mount Carmel High School, Hyde Park Day School - Chicago campus, and Sonia Shankman Orthogenic School.
How many private schools are located in the neighborhood of Woodlawn, Chicago?
4 private schools are located in the neighborhood of Woodlawn, Chicago.
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in the neighborhood of Woodlawn, Chicago?
50% of private schools in the neighborhood of Woodlawn, Chicago are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Church of God).

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