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Best 62234 Illinois Private Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 828 students in 62234, IL (there are 9 public schools, serving 5,289 public students). 14% of all K-12 students in 62234, IL are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
The top ranked private schools in 62234, IL include Holy Cross Lutheran Church & School, Good Shepherd Lutheran School, and Ss Peter & Paul School.
The average acceptance rate is 99%, which is higher than the Illinois private school average acceptance rate of 85%.
100% of private schools in 62234, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Lutheran Church Missouri Synod and Christian).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked 62234 Illinois Private Schools (2026-27)

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Good Shepherd Lutheran School
Gr: PK-8 | 401 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 5
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
1300 Belt Line Road
Collinsville, IL 62234
(618) 344-3153
(7)
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Holy Cross Lutheran Church & School Photo
Holy Cross Lutheran Church & School
Gr: PK-8 | 196 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 6
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
304 South St
Collinsville, IL 62234
(618) 344-3145
(3)
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Map of Ss Peter & Paul School
Ss Peter & Paul School
Gr: K-8 | 184 students
Catholic
210 N Morrison Ave
Collinsville, IL 62234
(618) 344-5450
(2)
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Map of Collinsville Christian Academy
Collinsville Christian Academy
Gr: 1-12 | 47 students
Christian
1203 Vandalia Street
Collinsville, IL 62234
(618) 345-4224
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 62234, IL?
The top ranked private schools in 62234, IL include Holy Cross Lutheran Church & School, Good Shepherd Lutheran School, and Ss Peter & Paul School.
How many private schools are located in 62234?
4 private schools are located in 62234.
What percentage of students in 62234 go to private school?
14% of all K-12 students in 62234 are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 62234?
100% of private schools in 62234 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Lutheran Church Missouri Synod and Christian).

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