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Best Downtown Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 192 students in the neighborhood of Downtown, Elgin, IL.
The top ranked private school in Downtown is St. John's Lutheran School.
100% of private schools in Downtown are religiously affiliated (most commonly Lutheran Church Missouri Synod and Catholic).

Quick Facts (2026)

Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked Downtown Private Schools (2026)

St. John's Lutheran School Photo
St. John's Lutheran School
Gr: PK-1
Avg. class size: 8 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 4
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
109 N Spring St
Elgin, IL 60120
(847) 741-7633
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Map of St. Joseph Catholic School
St. Joseph Catholic School
Gr: NS-8 | 192 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 3
Catholic
274 Division St
Elgin, IL 60120
(847) 931-2804
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in the neighborhood of Downtown, Elgin, IL?
The top ranked private schools in the neighborhood of Downtown, Elgin, IL is St. John's Lutheran School.
How many private schools are located in the neighborhood of Downtown, Elgin?
2 private schools are located in the neighborhood of Downtown, Elgin.
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in the neighborhood of Downtown, Elgin?
100% of private schools in the neighborhood of Downtown, Elgin are religiously affiliated (most commonly Lutheran Church Missouri Synod and Catholic).

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