For the 2025 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 455 students in Crete, IL (there are 4 public schools, serving 2,567 public students). 15% of all K-12 students in Crete, IL are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
The top ranked private schools in Crete, IL include Illinois Lutheran High School and Illinois Lutheran Elementary School.
The average acceptance rate is 90%, which is higher than the Illinois private school average acceptance rate of 84%.
100% of private schools in Crete, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod).
Top Ranked Crete Private Schools (2025)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1610 Main St
Crete, IL 60417
(708) 672-3262
Crete, IL 60417
(708) 672-3262
Gr: PK-12 | 258 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
448 Cass St
Crete, IL 60417
(708) 672-5850
Crete, IL 60417
(708) 672-5850
Gr: PK-6 | 151 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in Crete, IL?
The top ranked private schools in Crete, IL include Illinois Lutheran High School and Illinois Lutheran Elementary School.
How many private schools are located in Crete?
2 private schools are located in Crete.
What percentage of students in Crete go to private school?
15% of all K-12 students in Crete are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Crete?
100% of private schools in Crete are religiously affiliated (most commonly Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod).
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