60045 Illinois Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 9 private schools serving 2,263 students in 60045, IL (there are 7 public schools, serving 3,162 public students). 42% of all K-12 students in 60045, IL are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
The top ranked private schools in 60045, IL include School Of St. Mary, Dearhaven Childcare & Learning Center, and Lake Forest Country Day School.
The average acceptance rate is 66%, which is lower than the Illinois private school average acceptance rate of 89%.
44% of private schools in 60045, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 9
  • # Students Served: 2,263
  • Average Tuition: $23,884
  • % Students on Financial Aid: 20%
  • Acceptance Rate: 66%
  • Average Class Size: 11 students
  • % Students of Color: 19%
  • View 60045 Illinois School Trends

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 9
  • # Students Served: 2,263
  • Average Tuition: $23,884
  • % Students on Financial Aid: 20%
  • Acceptance Rate: 66%
  • Average Class Size: 11 students
  • % Students of Color: 19%
  • View 60045 Illinois School Trends

Top Ranked 60045 Illinois Private Schools (2026-27)

Fusion Academy Lake Forest Photo
Gr: 6-12 | 67 students
Avg. class size: 1 student
Alternative School
840 S. Waukegan Road, Suite 224
Lake Forest, IL 60045
(877) 673-8893
(5)
Map of Dearhaven Childcare & Learning Center
Gr: PK-K | 37 students
Daycare / Preschool
1100 N Westmoreland Rd
Lake Forest, IL 60045
(847) 535-6175
East Lake Academy Photo
Gr: PK-8 | 128 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 14
Catholic
13911 W. Laurel Drive
Lake Forest, IL 60045
(847) 247-0035
(4)
Lake Forest Academy Photo
Gr: 9-12 | 452 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 15 | Extracurriculars: 25
1500 W Kennedy Rd
Lake Forest, IL 60045
(847) 615-3257
Lake Forest Country Day School Photo
Gr: NS-8 | 406 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 3
145 S. Green Bay Road
Lake Forest, IL 60045
(847) 234-2350
School Of St. Mary Photo
Gr: PK-8 | 425 students
Avg. class size: 19 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 3
Catholic
185 E Illinois Rd
Lake Forest, IL 60045
(847) 283-9800
Map of School Of St. Mary Upper Grade Center
Gr: PK-8 | 470 students
Catholic
900 W Everett Rd
Lake Forest, IL 60045
(847) 234-0371
Map of Woodlands Academy Of The Sacred Heart
Gr: 9-12 | 100 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Sports: 7
All-girls (Catholic)
760 E Westleigh Rd
Lake Forest, IL 60045
(847) 234-4300
Montessori School Of Lake Forest Photo
Gr: PK-8 | 178 students
Extracurriculars: 5
Montessori School
13700 W Laurel Dr
Lake Forest, IL 60045
(847) 918-1000

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 60045, IL?
The top ranked private schools in 60045, IL include School Of St. Mary, Dearhaven Childcare & Learning Center, and Lake Forest Country Day School.
How many private schools are located in 60045?
9 private schools are located in 60045.
How diverse are private schools in 60045?
60045 private schools are approximately 19% minority students, which is lower than the Illinois private school average of 34%.
What percentage of students in 60045 go to private school?
42% of all K-12 students in 60045 are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 60045?
44% of private schools in 60045 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

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