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Best Elgin Private High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 9 private high schools serving 1,399 students in Elgin, IL.
The top-ranked private high schools in Elgin, IL include Westminster Christian School, Harvest Christian Academy, and St. Edward Central Catholic High School.
The average acceptance rate is 98%, which is higher than the Illinois private high school average acceptance rate of 81%.
56% of private high schools in Elgin, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Islamic and Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).

Top-Ranked Elgin Private High Schools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Harvest Christian Academy
Harvest Christian Academy Photo - Welcome to Harvest Christian Academy, home of the Lions! We educate students from preschool through grade 12.
(Christian)
(2)
1000 N Randall Rd
Elgin, IL 60123
(847) 214-3500
Gr: PK-12 | 543 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 16 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
335 Locust St
Elgin, IL 60123
(847) 741-7535
Gr: 9-12 | 252 students Tuition listed
Westminster Christian School
Westminster Christian School Photo - Middle and High school students enjoy class trips to foster unity in their classes.
(Presbyterian)
(6)
2700 W Highland Avenue
Elgin, IL 60124
(847) 695-0310
Gr: PK-12 | 314 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
The Einstein Academy
The Einstein Academy Photo - Fun with science!
Special Program Emphasis
(4)
747 Davis Rd
Elgin, IL 60123
(847) 697-3836
Gr: PK-12 | 94 students Avg. class size: 14 students Tuition listed
Fox Valley Lutheran Academy
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
1111 Van St
Elgin, IL 60123
(847) 741-7795
Gr: 10-12 | 14 students
Institute Of Islamic Education
All-girls (Islamic)
1280 Bluff City Blvd
Elgin, IL 60120
(847) 695-4685
Gr: 1-12 | 65 students Tuition listed
Larkin Center School
Special Education School
515 Sports Way
Elgin, IL 60123
(847) 888-5200
Gr: 1-12 | 57 students
Marklund Wasmond Center
Special Education School
1435 Summit St
Elgin, IL 60120
(630) 307-1882
Gr: 4-12 | 12 students
Summit School
Summit School Photo
Special Education School
333 W River Rd
Elgin, IL 60123
(847) 468-0490
Gr: K-12 | 48 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition listed
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Elgin, Illinois

Elgin, Illinois Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
350 Park St
Elgin, IL 60120
(847) 695-0303
Gr: NS-12 | 182 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed

Overview

This Town (Elgin)
This State (IL)
# Schools
9 Schools

Student Body:

# Students
1,399 Students
89,884 Students
% Average Students of Color
27%
35%

Academics and Faculty:

# Teachers
125 Teachers
7,537 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
42%
56%
Average Class Size
15 students
15 students
Average Number of AP Courses
9 courses
11 courses
Average SAT score
1110
(Out of 1600)
1258
Average ACT score
24
(Out of 36)
25

Tuition and Acceptance Rate:

Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$10,299
$15,730
Average % on Financial Aid
26%
40%
Average Acceptance Rate
98%
81%
Average Endowment Size
$2 million
$58.58 million

Students by Ethnicity:

0.59
0.62
# American Indian Students
2 Students
298 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
n/a
# Asian Students
113 Students
5,624 Students
% Asian Students
8%
6%
# Hispanic Students
160 Students
10,091 Students
% Hispanic Students
12%
11%
# Black Students
60 Students
9,671 Students
% Black Students
4%
11%
# White Students
859 Students
52,469 Students
% White Students
61%
58%
# Hawaiian Students
1 Student
105 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
% of Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
# Others Students
205 Students
12,125 Students
% of Others Students
15%
14%
All Ethnic Groups

Extracurriculars and Sports:

Average Number of Extracurriculars
13 extracurriculars
14 extracurriculars
Average Number of Sports
8 sports
9 sports

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked private high schools in Elgin, IL?
The top-ranked private high schools in Elgin, IL include Westminster Christian School, Harvest Christian Academy, and St. Edward Central Catholic High School.
How many private high schools are located in Elgin?
9 private high schools are located in Elgin.
How diverse are private high schools in Elgin?
Elgin private high schools are approximately 27% minority students, which is lower than the Illinois private school average of 35%.
What percentage of private high schools are religiously affiliated in Elgin?
56% of private high schools in Elgin are religiously affiliated (most commonly Islamic and Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).
Which private high schools in Elgin are often viewed compared to one another?

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