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Best Des Plaines Private High Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 3 private high schools serving 387 students in Des Plaines, IL.
The top ranked private high school in Des Plaines, IL is Willows Academy.
67% of private high schools in Des Plaines, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Baptist).

Top Ranked Des Plaines Private High Schools (2025)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Willows Academy
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All-girls (Catholic)
(3)
1015 Rose Avenue
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 824-6900
Grades: 6-12
| 236 students
588 Dara James Rd
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 298-3399
Grades: PK-12
| 90 students
Northern Illinois Academy
Special Education School
1150 N River Rd
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(630) 952-2208
Grades: 2-12
| 61 students
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Des Plaines, Illinois

Des Plaines, Illinois Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
1920 E Touhy Ave
Des Plaines, IL 60018
(847) 827-8203
Grades: PK-1
| 84 students
Joseph Academy (Closed 2025)
Special Education School
1101 Gregory St
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 803-1930
Grades: 8-12
| 28 students
Maryville Jen School (Closed 2015)
Special Education School
1150 N River Rd
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 390-3020
Grades: 9-12
| 32 students
555 Wilson Ln
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 768-5785
Grades: 7-12
| 25 students
567 W Algonquin Rd
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 437-4022
Grades: PK-8
| 127 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private high schools in Des Plaines, IL?
The top ranked private high schools in Des Plaines, IL is Willows Academy.
How many private high schools are located in Des Plaines?
3 private high schools are located in Des Plaines.
What percentage of private high schools are religiously affiliated in Des Plaines?
67% of private high schools in Des Plaines are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Baptist).

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