For the 2026 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 1,499 students in 60901, IL (there are 14 public schools, serving 5,120 public students). 23% of all K-12 students in 60901, IL are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
The top-ranked private schools in 60901, IL include Grace Christian Academy, Kankakee Trinity Academy, and Bishop Mcnamara Catholic High School.
The average acceptance rate is 70%, which is lower than the Illinois private school average acceptance rate of 84%.
Top-Ranked 60901 Illinois Private Schools (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Bishop Mcnamara Catholic High School
(Catholic)
550 W Brookmont Blvd
Kankakee, IL 60901
(815) 932-7413
Kankakee, IL 60901
(815) 932-7413
Gr: PK-12 | 743 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
2499 Waldron Road
Kankakee, IL 60901
(815) 939-4579
Kankakee, IL 60901
(815) 939-4579
Gr: PK-12 | 241 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
1580 Butterfield Trail
Kankakee, IL 60901
(815) 351-2568
Kankakee, IL 60901
(815) 351-2568
Gr: PK-12 | 390 students Avg. class size: 13 students Sports: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Martin Of Tours
(Catholic)
907 S 9th Ave
Kankakee, IL 60901
(815) 932-7911
Kankakee, IL 60901
(815) 932-7911
Gr: PK-8 | 125 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked private schools in 60901, IL?
The top-ranked private schools in 60901, IL include Grace Christian Academy, Kankakee Trinity Academy, and Bishop Mcnamara Catholic High School.
How many private schools are located in 60901?
4 private schools are located in 60901.
What percentage of students in 60901 go to private school?
23% of all K-12 students in 60901 are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
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