Top 3 Best Des Plaines Private Elementary Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 11 private elementary schools serving 1,350 students in Des Plaines, IL.
The best top ranked private elementary schools in Des Plaines, IL include Science & Arts Academy, Plato Academy and Willows Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 74%, which is lower than the Illinois private elementary school average acceptance rate of 91%.
64% of private elementary schools in Des Plaines, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Baptist).

Top Ranked Des Plaines Private Elementary Schools (2024)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Plato Academy
(2)
915 Lee Street
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 768-7188
Grades: PK-8
| 97 students
Science & Arts Academy
Science & Arts Academy Photo
Special Program Emphasis
(5)
1825 Miner St
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 827-7880
Grades: PK-8
| 270 students
Willows Academy
Willows Academy Photo - Willows Academy..... you belong here!
All-girls (Catholic)
(3)
1015 Rose Avenue
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 824-6900
Grades: 6-12
| 236 students
Angel Town/a Karrasel Private School
Alternative School (Catholic)
1920 E Touhy Ave
Des Plaines, IL 60018
(847) 827-8203
Grades: PK-1
| 84 students
588 Dara James Rd
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 298-3399
Grades: PK-12
| 90 students
Guardian Angel Orthodox Day School
(Greek Orthodox)
(1)
2350 E Dempster St
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 827-5519
Grades: PK-8
| 189 students
Iccd Academy
(Islamic)
480 Potter Rd, 2nd Fl
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(224) 567-8256
Grades: PK-5
| 82 students
Immanuel Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
832 Lee St
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 390-0990
Grades: NS-8
| 74 students
Joseph Academy
Special Education School
1101 Gregory St
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 803-1930
Grades: 8-12
| 40 students
Northern Illinois Academy
Special Education School
1150 N River Rd
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(630) 952-2208
Grades: 2-12
| 61 students
St. Zachary Continuation School
(Catholic)
(8)
567 W Algonquin Rd
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 437-4022
Grades: PK-8
| 127 students
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Des Plaines, Illinois

Des Plaines, Illinois Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
555 Wilson Ln
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 768-5785
Grades: 7-12
| 25 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private elementary schools in Des Plaines, IL?
The top ranked private elementary schools in Des Plaines, IL include Science & Arts Academy, Plato Academy and Willows Academy.
How many private elementary schools are located in Des Plaines, IL?
11 private elementary schools are located in Des Plaines, IL.
How diverse are private elementary schools in Des Plaines, IL?
Des Plaines, IL private elementary schools are approximately 42% minority students, which is higher than the Illinois private school average of 32%.
What percentage of private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in Des Plaines, IL?
64% of private elementary schools in Des Plaines, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Baptist).

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