For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 163 students in Hillside, IL (there are 2 public schools, serving 2,324 public students). 7% of all K-12 students in Hillside, IL are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
The top ranked private school in Hillside, IL is Immanuel Christian Academy.
50% of private schools in Hillside, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).
Top Ranked Hillside Private Schools (2025-26)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2329 S Wolf Road
Hillside, IL 60162
(708) 562-5580
Hillside, IL 60162
(708) 562-5580
Gr: PK-8 | 66 students Avg. class size: 8 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
Hillside Academy
Special Education School
4100 Warren Ave
Hillside, IL 60162
(708) 449-1310
Hillside, IL 60162
(708) 449-1310
Gr: 1-12 | 97 students
Hillside, Illinois Private Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Hillside Montessori School (Closed 2013)
Montessori School
4600 Frontage Rd
Hillside, IL 60162
(708) 547-8909
Hillside, IL 60162
(708) 547-8909
Gr: K | 60 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in Hillside, IL?
The top ranked private schools in Hillside, IL is Immanuel Christian Academy.
How many private schools are located in Hillside?
2 private schools are located in Hillside.
What percentage of students in Hillside go to private school?
7% of all K-12 students in Hillside are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Hillside?
50% of private schools in Hillside are religiously affiliated (most commonly Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).
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