For the 2026 school year, there are 9 private schools serving 3,217 students in 60126, IL (there are 14 public schools, serving 8,429 public students). 28% of all K-12 students in 60126, IL are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
The top-ranked private schools in 60126, IL include Timothy Christian Schools, Immanuel Lutheran, and Ic Catholic Prep.
The average acceptance rate is 77%, which is lower than the Illinois private school average acceptance rate of 85%.
67% of private schools in 60126, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).
Top-Ranked 60126 Illinois Private Schools (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Ic Catholic Prep
(Catholic)
217 S Cottage Hill Ave
Elmhurst, IL 60126
(630) 530-3460
Elmhurst, IL 60126
(630) 530-3460
Gr: 9-12 | 371 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
132 W Arthur St
Elmhurst, IL 60126
(630) 530-3490
Elmhurst, IL 60126
(630) 530-3490
Gr: PK-8 | 466 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 19 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
148 E 3rd Street
Elmhurst, IL 60126
(630) 832-9302
Elmhurst, IL 60126
(630) 832-9302
Gr: PK-7 | 338 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
188 W Butterfield Rd
Elmhurst, IL 60126
(630) 833-4616
Elmhurst, IL 60126
(630) 833-4616
Gr: PK-12 | 1,269 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 15 | Extracurrculars: 21 Tuition listed
Visitation School
(Catholic)
851 S York St
Elmhurst, IL 60126
(630) 834-4931
Elmhurst, IL 60126
(630) 834-4931
Gr: PK-8 | 417 students Acceptance rate listed
212 West Lake Street
Elmhurst, IL 60126
(630) 279-2494
Elmhurst, IL 60126
(630) 279-2494
Gr: NS-K | 102 students Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition listed
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Daycare / Preschool
556 W North Ave.
Elmhurst, IL 60126
(630) 832-3153
Elmhurst, IL 60126
(630) 832-3153
Gr: NS-PK | 179 students
Pythagoras Childrens Academy ![Pythagoras Childrens Academy Photo]( "Pythagoras Childrens Academy Photo")
(Greek Orthodox)
893 N Church Rd
Elmhurst, IL 60126
(630) 834-0477
Elmhurst, IL 60126
(630) 834-0477
Gr: PK-3 | 70 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition listed
Wilson Montessori Academy
Daycare / Preschool
136 W Vallette St Ste 8
Elmhurst, IL 60126
(630) 279-5300
Elmhurst, IL 60126
(630) 279-5300
Gr: K | 5 students Avg. class size: 21 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked private schools in 60126, IL?
The top-ranked private schools in 60126, IL include Timothy Christian Schools, Immanuel Lutheran, and Ic Catholic Prep.
How many private schools are located in 60126?
9 private schools are located in 60126.
How diverse are private schools in 60126?
60126 private schools are approximately 16% minority students, which is lower than the Illinois private school average of 34%.
What percentage of students in 60126 go to private school?
28% of all K-12 students in 60126 are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 60126?
67% of private schools in 60126 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).
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