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Best 60137 Illinois Private Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 private schools serving 1,044 students in 60137, IL (there are 12 public schools, serving 8,639 public students). 11% of all K-12 students in 60137, IL are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).

The private schools in 60137, IL include St. Petronille School and Montessori Academy Of Glen Ellyn.

The average acceptance rate is 25%, which is lower than the Illinois private school average acceptance rate of 85%.

50% of private schools in 60137, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Islamic).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# Private Schools: 6
# Students Served: 1,044
Average Tuition: $12,724
% Students of Color: 25%
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

# Private Schools: 6
# Students Served: 1,044
Average Tuition: $12,724
% Students of Color: 25%
View 60137 Illinois School Trends

Top Ranked 60137 Illinois Private Schools (2026-27)

Montessori Academy Of Glen Ellyn

Gr: PK-8 | 70 students

Avg. class size: 15 students

Montessori School

927 N Main St

Glen Ellyn, IL 60137

(630) 469-4727

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St. Petronille School

Gr: PK-8 | 521 students

Catholic

425 Prospect Ave Ste 100

Glen Ellyn, IL 60137

(630) 469-5041

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Carriers Of Light

Gr: PK-8 | 95 students

Islamic

900 E Geneva Rd

Glen Ellyn, IL 60137

(630) 949-8232

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Diamante Montessori School

Gr: PK-K | 60 students

Montessori School

625 Hillside Ave

Glen Ellyn, IL 60137

(630) 790-9030

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Glen Ellyn KinderCare

Gr: NS-PK | 77 students

Daycare / Preschool

2 South 726 Route 53

Glen Ellyn, IL 60137

(630) 858-9333

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St. James The Apostle School

Gr: PK-8 | 221 students

Avg. class size: 20 students

Sports: 5

Catholic

490 S Park Blvd

Glen Ellyn, IL 60137

(630) 469-8060

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60137, Illinois Private Schools (Closed)

Glenoaks Hospital Medical School Programs

Gr: 6-12 | 44 students

Specialized Curriculum

1n450 Main St

Glen Ellyn, IL 60137

(630) 671-0383

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 60137, IL?

The private schools in 60137, IL include St. Petronille School and Montessori Academy Of Glen Ellyn.

How many private schools are located in 60137?

6 private schools are located in 60137.

How diverse are private schools in 60137?

60137 private schools are approximately 25% minority students, which is lower than the Illinois private school average of 34%.

What percentage of students in 60137 go to private school?

11% of all K-12 students in 60137 are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).

What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 60137?

50% of private schools in 60137 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Islamic).

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