For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 private school serving 159 students in 62535, IL (there are 1 public school, serving 600 public students). 21% of all K-12 students in 62535, IL are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
The average acceptance rate is 95%, which is higher than the Illinois private school average acceptance rate of 84%.
100% of private schools in 62535, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).
Private Schools in 62535, IL (2025-26)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Decatur Christian School
(Christian)
137 S. Grant St.
Forsyth, IL 62535
(217) 877-5636
Forsyth, IL 62535
(217) 877-5636
Gr: K-12 | 159 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Frequently Asked Questions
How many private schools are located in 62535, IL?
1 private schools are located in 62535, IL.
What percentage of students in 62535 go to private school?
21% of all K-12 students in 62535 are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 62535?
100% of private schools in 62535 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).
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