For the 2026 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 47 students in 60130, IL (there are 5 public schools, serving 1,649 public students). 3% of all K-12 students in 60130, IL are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
The top-ranked private school in 60130, IL is Montessori Language Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 100%, which is higher than the Illinois private school average acceptance rate of 85%.
Top-Ranked 60130 Illinois Private Schools (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Montessori Language Academy ![Montessori Language Academy Photo - Solar System Work]( "Montessori Language Academy Photo - Solar System Work")
Montessori School
314 Circle Avenue
Forest Park, IL 60130
(708) 771-5030
Forest Park, IL 60130
(708) 771-5030
Gr: PK-K | 25 students Avg. class size: 25 students Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Chosen Ones Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool
848 Ferdinand Ave
Forest Park, IL 60130
(708) 657-4233
Forest Park, IL 60130
(708) 657-4233
Gr: PK-K | 11 students
Forest Park Montessori
Daycare / Preschool
16 Lathrop Ave
Forest Park, IL 60130
(708) 771-8337
Forest Park, IL 60130
(708) 771-8337
Gr: K | 11 students
60130, Illinois Private Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Kangaroo Korner Day Care Center (Closed 2021)
Daycare / Preschool
900 Beloit Avenue
Forest Park, IL 60130
(708) 366-4452
Forest Park, IL 60130
(708) 366-4452
Gr: PK-K | 57 students
815 Elgin Ave
Forest Park, IL 60130
(708) 366-6890
Forest Park, IL 60130
(708) 366-6890
Gr: PK-8 | 128 students
Walther Lutheran Academy (Closed 2014)
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
305 Circle Avenue
Forest Park, IL 60130
(708) 366-2764
Forest Park, IL 60130
(708) 366-2764
Gr: PK-8 | 94 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition listed
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked private schools in 60130, IL?
The top-ranked private schools in 60130, IL is Montessori Language Academy.
How many private schools are located in 60130?
3 private schools are located in 60130.
What percentage of students in 60130 go to private school?
3% of all K-12 students in 60130 are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
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