For the 2026 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).
Top-Ranked 62526 Illinois Private Schools (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Lutheran School Association
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
2001 E Mound Rd
Decatur, IL 62526
(217) 233-2001
Decatur, IL 62526
(217) 233-2001
Gr: PK-12 | 396 students
Our Lady Of Lourdes School
(Catholic)
3950 Lourdes Dr
Decatur, IL 62526
(217) 877-4408
Decatur, IL 62526
(217) 877-4408
Gr: PK-8 | 260 students
St. Teresa High School
(Catholic)
2710 N Water St
Decatur, IL 62526
(217) 875-2431
Decatur, IL 62526
(217) 875-2431
Gr: 9-12 | 227 students
Antioch Christian Academy
(Baptist)
3475 N Maple Ave
Decatur, IL 62526
(217) 875-0529
Decatur, IL 62526
(217) 875-0529
Gr: K-6 | 24 students Tuition listed
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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