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62526 Illinois Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 907 students in 62526, IL (there are 11 public schools, serving 2,122 public students). 30% of all K-12 students in 62526, IL are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
The top ranked private schools in 62526, IL include St. Teresa High School, Lutheran School Association, and Our Lady Of Lourdes School.
100% of private schools in 62526, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked 62526 Illinois Private Schools (2026-27)

Map of Lutheran School Association
Lutheran School Association
Gr: PK-12 | 396 students
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
2001 E Mound Rd
Decatur, IL 62526
(217) 233-2001
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Map of Our Lady Of Lourdes School
Our Lady Of Lourdes School
Gr: PK-8 | 260 students
Catholic
3950 Lourdes Dr
Decatur, IL 62526
(217) 877-4408
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Map of St. Teresa High School
St. Teresa High School
Gr: 9-12 | 227 students
Catholic
2710 N Water St
Decatur, IL 62526
(217) 875-2431
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Map of Antioch Christian Academy
Antioch Christian Academy
Gr: K-6 | 24 students
Baptist
3475 N Maple Ave
Decatur, IL 62526
(217) 875-0529
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 62526, IL?
The top ranked private schools in 62526, IL include St. Teresa High School, Lutheran School Association, and Our Lady Of Lourdes School.
How many private schools are located in 62526?
4 private schools are located in 62526.
What percentage of students in 62526 go to private school?
30% of all K-12 students in 62526 are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 62526?
100% of private schools in 62526 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).

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