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Best Chillicothe Private Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 163 students in Chillicothe, IL (there are 6 public schools, serving 1,489 public students). 10% of all K-12 students in Chillicothe, IL are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
The top ranked private school in Chillicothe, IL is Calvary Baptist Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 25%, which is lower than the Illinois private school average acceptance rate of 84%.
100% of private schools in Chillicothe, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Baptist).

Top Ranked Chillicothe Private Schools (2025-26)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Calvary Baptist Academy
Calvary Baptist Academy Photo - Calvary Baptist Church & Academy
(Baptist)
1028 W Cloverdale Road
Chillicothe, IL 61523
(309) 274-4343
Gr: PK-12 | 27 students Avg. class size: 6 students Sports: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Edward School
(Catholic)
1221 N 5th St
Chillicothe, IL 61523
(309) 274-2994
Gr: PK-8 | 136 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Chillicothe, IL?
The top ranked private schools in Chillicothe, IL is Calvary Baptist Academy.
How many private schools are located in Chillicothe?
2 private schools are located in Chillicothe.
What percentage of students in Chillicothe go to private school?
10% of all K-12 students in Chillicothe are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Chillicothe?
100% of private schools in Chillicothe are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Baptist).

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