For the 2025 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 801 students in the neighborhood of Woodlawn, Chicago, IL.
The top ranked private schools in Woodlawn include Mount Carmel High School, Sonia Shankman Orthogenic School, and Hyde Park Day School - Chicago campus.
The average acceptance rate is 96%, which is higher than the Illinois private school average acceptance rate of 84%.
50% of private schools in Woodlawn are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Church of God).
Top Ranked Woodlawn Private Schools (2025)
School
Location
Grades
Students
6245 S. Ingleside Avenue
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 420-2900
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 420-2900
Grades: 4-12
| 111 students
6254 S. Ellis
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 420-2550
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 420-2550
Grades: 1-8
| 60 students
6410 S. Dante Ave
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 324-1020
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 324-1020
Grades: 9-12
| 618 students
1151 E 62nd St 55
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 752-5645
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 752-5645
Grades: K-9
| 12 students
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, Sonia Shankman Orthogenic School, and Hyde Park Day School - Chicago campus.
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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