For the 2026 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 239 students in 60516, IL (there are 9 public schools, serving 5,422 public students). 4% of all K-12 students in 60516, IL are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
67% of private schools in 60516, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod and Baptist).
Private Schools in 60516, IL (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Fairview KinderCare ![Fairview KinderCare Photo - Waiting Lobby]( "Fairview KinderCare Photo - Waiting Lobby")
Daycare / Preschool
6222 Fairview Ave.
Downers Grove, IL 60516
(630) 963-6780
Downers Grove, IL 60516
(630) 963-6780
Gr: NS-PK
Good Shepherd Lutheran Academy ![Good Shepherd Lutheran Academy Photo]( "Good Shepherd Lutheran Academy Photo")
(Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
525 63rd St
Downers Grove, IL 60516
(630) 352-5081
Downers Grove, IL 60516
(630) 352-5081
Gr: PK-8 | 82 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
333 75th Street
Downers Grove, IL 60516
(630) 964-5363
Downers Grove, IL 60516
(630) 964-5363
Gr: PK-12 | 157 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition listed
Frequently Asked Questions
How many private schools are located in 60516, IL?
3 private schools are located in 60516, IL.
What percentage of students in 60516 go to private school?
4% of all K-12 students in 60516 are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 60516?
67% of private schools in 60516 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod and Baptist).
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