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Illinois Private High Schools Belonging to International Baccalaureate World School (IB)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 private high schools belonging to International Baccalaureate World School (IB) serving 1,424 students in Illinois. You can also find more schools membership associations in Illinois.
The top ranked private high schools belonging to International Baccalaureate World School (IB) in Illinois include Daystar Academy, Beacon Academy, and British International School of Chicago-South Loop.
The average acceptance rate is 92%, which is higher than the Illinois private high school average acceptance rate of 86%.
25% of private high schools belonging to International Baccalaureate World School (IB) in Illinois are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 4

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 4

Top Ranked Private High Schools Belonging to International Baccalaureate World School (IB) in Illinois (2026-27)

German International School Chicago Photo
German International School Chicago
Gr: PK-9 | 180 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 18
Specialized Curriculum
1726 W Berteau Ave
Chicago, IL 60613
(773) 857-3000
(1)
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Beacon Academy
Gr: 9-12 | 144 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 21
Montessori School
1574 Sherman Avenue
Evanston, IL 60201
(224) 999-1177
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British International School of Chicago-South Loop Photo
British International School of Chicago-South Loop
Gr: NS-12 | 799 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 13
161 West 9th Street
Chicago, IL 60605
(773) 998-2472
(18)
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Daystar Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 301 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 8
Specialized Curriculum (Christian)
1550 S State St
Chicago, IL 60605
(312) 791-0001
(1)
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private high schools belonging to International Baccalaureate World School (IB) in Illinois?
The top ranked private high schools belonging to International Baccalaureate World School (IB) in Illinois include Daystar Academy, Beacon Academy, and British International School of Chicago-South Loop.
How many private high schools belonging to International Baccalaureate World School (IB) are located in Illinois?
4 private high schools belonging to International Baccalaureate World School (IB) are located in Illinois.
What percentage of private high schools belonging to International Baccalaureate World School (IB) are religiously affiliated in Illinois?
25% of private high schools belonging to International Baccalaureate World School (IB) in Illinois are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).
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Private Schools
1,424
Students
$28,747
Avg. Tuition
45%
Students of Color
9:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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