For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 31 students in Matteson, IL (there are 6 public schools, serving 2,173 public students). 1% of all K-12 students in Matteson, IL are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
The top ranked private school in Matteson, IL is South Suburban Christian Academy.
33% of private schools in Matteson, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Assembly of God).
Top Ranked Matteson Private Schools (2025-26)
School
Location
Quick Facts
South Suburban Christian Academy
(Assembly of God)
4200 Maple Ave
Matteson, IL 60443
(708) 748-0327
Matteson, IL 60443
(708) 748-0327
Gr: PK-5 | 24 students Tuition listed
Childrens 2nd Language Academy
Daycare / Preschool
3535 Lincoln Hwy
Matteson, IL 60443
(708) 748-2223
Matteson, IL 60443
(708) 748-2223
Gr: PK-K | 7 students
Matteson, Illinois Private Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Zion Lutheran School (Closed 2020)
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
3840 216th Street
Matteson, IL 60443
(708) 747-7490
Matteson, IL 60443
(708) 747-7490
Gr: NS-8 | 47 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in Matteson, IL?
The top ranked private schools in Matteson, IL is South Suburban Christian Academy.
How many private schools are located in Matteson?
3 private schools are located in Matteson.
What percentage of students in Matteson go to private school?
1% of all K-12 students in Matteson are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Matteson?
33% of private schools in Matteson are religiously affiliated (most commonly Assembly of God).
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