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Best Illinois Private Schools Belonging to Lake Michigan Association of Independent Schools (LMAIS) (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 26 private schools belonging to Lake Michigan Association of Independent Schools (LMAIS) serving 8,616 students in Illinois. You can also find more schools membership associations in Illinois.
The top ranked private schools belonging to Lake Michigan Association of Independent Schools (LMAIS) in Illinois include Beacon Academy, Morgan Park Academy, and Roycemore School.
The average tuition cost is $29,923, which is higher than the Illinois private school average tuition cost of $12,436.
12% of private schools belonging to Lake Michigan Association of Independent Schools (LMAIS) in Illinois are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Jewish).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 26

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 26

Top Ranked Private Schools Belonging to Lake Michigan Association of Independent Schools (LMAIS) in Illinois (2026-27)

The Avery Coonley School Photo
The Avery Coonley School
Gr: PK-8 | 332 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 14
1400 Maple Avenue
Downers Grove, IL 60515
(630) 969-0800
(7)
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Baker Demonstration School Photo
Baker Demonstration School
Gr: NS-8 | 209 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 15
201 Sheridan Road
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 425-5800
(6)
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Catherine Cook School Photo
Catherine Cook School
Gr: NS-8 | 422 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 4
226 W Schiller St
Chicago, IL 60610
(312) 266-3381
(13)
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The Chicago Academy For The Arts Photo
The Chicago Academy For The Arts
Gr: 9-12 | 102 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Extracurriculars: 9
Specialized Curriculum
1010 W Chicago Avenue
Chicago, IL 60642
(312) 421-0202
(8)
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Morgan Park Academy Photo
Morgan Park Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 475 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 8
2153 W 111th St
Chicago, IL 60643
(773) 881-6700
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German International School Chicago Photo
German International School Chicago
Gr: PK-9 | 196 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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Ancona School Photo
Ancona School
Gr: PK-8 | 215 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 8
4770 S Dorchester Ave
Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 924-2356
(6)
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Beacon Academy Photo
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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Bernard Zell Anshe Emet Day School Photo
Bernard Zell Anshe Emet Day School
Gr: NS-8 | 368 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 8
Jewish
3751 N Broadway St
Chicago, IL 60613
(773) 281-1858
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Chiaravalle Montessori Photo
Chiaravalle Montessori
Gr: NS-8 | 315 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 11
Montessori School
425 Dempster St
Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 864-2190
(12)
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Frances Xavier Warde School Photo
Frances Xavier Warde School
Gr: K-8 | 814 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 10
Catholic
751 N State St
Chicago, IL 60654
(312) 268-2543
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Map of Francis W. Parker School
Francis W. Parker School
Gr: PK-12 | 907 students
Sports: 11
330 W Webster Ave
Chicago, IL 60614
(773) 797-5107
(6)
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Hyde Park Day School - Chicago campus Photo
Hyde Park Day School - Chicago campus
Gr: 1-8 | 51 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Special Education School
6254 S. Ellis
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 420-2550
(1)
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Hyde Park Day School - Lemont Campus Photo
Hyde Park Day School - Lemont Campus
Gr: 1-8 | 28 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Special Education School
13860 Main Street
Lemont, IL 60439
(630) 296-1229
(1)
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Hyde Park Day School - Northfield campus Photo
Hyde Park Day School - Northfield campus
Gr: 1-8 | 54 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Special Education School
1980 Old Willow Rd
Winnetka, IL 60093
(847) 446-7025
(1)
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Lake Forest Country Day School Photo
Lake Forest Country Day School
Gr: NS-8 | 406 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 3
145 S. Green Bay Road
Lake Forest, IL 60045
(847) 234-2350
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Lycee Francais De Chicago Photo
Lycee Francais De Chicago
Gr: NS-12 | 789 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 14 | Extracurriculars: 18
Specialized Curriculum
1929 W. Wilson Avenue
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 665-0066
(3)
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North Park Elementary School (NPES) Photo
North Park Elementary School (NPES)
Gr: PK-8 | 260 students
Avg. class size: 24 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 7
2017 W Montrose Ave
Chicago, IL 60618
(773) 327-3144
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North Shore Country Day School Photo
North Shore Country Day School
Gr: PK-12 | 520 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 4
310 Green Bay Rd
Winnetka, IL 60093
(847) 446-0674
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Quest Academy Photo
Quest Academy
Gr: NS-8 | 253 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 10
Specialized Curriculum
500 N Benton St
Palatine, IL 60067
(847) 202-8035
(1)
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools belonging to Lake Michigan Association of Independent Schools (LMAIS) in Illinois?
The top ranked private schools belonging to Lake Michigan Association of Independent Schools (LMAIS) in Illinois include Beacon Academy, Morgan Park Academy, and Roycemore School.
How many private schools belonging to Lake Michigan Association of Independent Schools (LMAIS) are located in Illinois?
26 private schools belonging to Lake Michigan Association of Independent Schools (LMAIS) are located in Illinois.
How much do private schools belonging to Lake Michigan Association of Independent Schools (LMAIS) cost in Illinois?
The average tuition cost is $29,923, which is higher than the Illinois private school average tuition cost of $12,436.
How diverse are private schools belonging to Lake Michigan Association of Independent Schools (LMAIS) in Illinois?
Illinois private schools belonging to Lake Michigan Association of Independent Schools (LMAIS) are approximately 30% minority students, which is lower than the Illinois private school average of 34%.
What percentage of private schools belonging to Lake Michigan Association of Independent Schools (LMAIS) are religiously affiliated in Illinois?
12% of private schools belonging to Lake Michigan Association of Independent Schools (LMAIS) in Illinois are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Jewish).
26
Private Schools
8,616
Students
$29,923
Avg. Tuition
30%
Students of Color
7:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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