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Best 60016 Illinois Private Elementary Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 8 private elementary schools serving 1,049 students in 60016, IL.
The top ranked private elementary schools in 60016, IL include Willows Academy, Science & Arts Academy, and Guardian Angel Orthodox Day School.
The average acceptance rate is 75%, which is lower than the Illinois private elementary school average acceptance rate of 85%.
63% of private elementary schools in 60016, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked 60016 Illinois Private Elementary Schools (2026-27)

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Guardian Angel Orthodox Day School
Gr: 1-8 | 115 students
Greek Orthodox
2350 E Dempster St
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 827-5519
(1)
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Immanuel Lutheran School
Gr: NS-8 | 74 students
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
832 Lee St
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 390-0990
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Plato Academy
Gr: PK-8 | 127 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
915 Lee Street
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 768-7188
(2)
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Science & Arts Academy
Gr: PK-8 | 260 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 2 | Extracurriculars: 14
Specialized Curriculum
1825 Miner St
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 827-7880
(5)
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Willows Academy
Gr: 6-12 | 240 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 9 | Extracurriculars: 22
All-girls (Catholic)
1015 Rose Avenue
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 824-6900
(3)
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Brentwood Baptist Christian Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 90 students
Baptist
588 Dara James Rd
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 298-3399
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Iccd Academy
Gr: PK-5 | 82 students
Islamic
480 Potter Rd, 2nd Fl
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(224) 567-8256
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Northern Illinois Academy
Gr: 2-12 | 61 students
Special Education School
1150 N River Rd
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(630) 952-2208
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60016, Illinois Private Elementary Schools (Closed)

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Joseph Academy
Gr: 8-12 | 28 students
Special Education School
1101 Gregory St
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 803-1930
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Maryville Jen School
Gr: 9-12 | 32 students
Special Education School
1150 N River Rd
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 390-3020
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Maryville Therapeutic Day School
Gr: 7-12 | 25 students
Special Education School
555 Wilson Ln
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 768-5785
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St. Zachary Continuation School
Gr: PK-8 | 127 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Catholic
567 W Algonquin Rd
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 437-4022
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private elementary schools in 60016, IL?
The top ranked private elementary schools in 60016, IL include Willows Academy, Science & Arts Academy, and Guardian Angel Orthodox Day School.
How many private elementary schools are located in 60016?
8 private elementary schools are located in 60016.
How diverse are private elementary schools in 60016?
60016 private elementary schools are approximately 33% minority students, which is higher than the Illinois private school average of 32%.
What percentage of private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in 60016?
63% of private elementary schools in 60016 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).

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