Matteson KinderCare Photo - Infant Classroom exploring her fine motor skills

Best Matteson Private Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 private preschools serving 31 students in Matteson, IL.
The top-ranked private preschool in Matteson, IL is South Suburban Christian Academy.
33% of private preschools in Matteson, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Assembly of God).

Top-Ranked Matteson Private Preschools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
South Suburban Christian Academy
(Assembly of God)
4200 Maple Ave
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
Gr: PK-K | 7 students
Matteson KinderCare
Matteson KinderCare Photo - Infant Classroom exploring her fine motor skills
Daycare / Preschool
18 Central Ave.
Matteson, IL 60443
(708) 720-1920
Gr: NS-PK
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Matteson, Illinois

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
Gr: NS-8 | 47 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed

Overview

This Town (Matteson)
This State (IL)
# Schools
3 Schools

Student Body:

# Students
31 Students
181,912 Students
% Average Students of Color
100%
32%

Academics and Faculty:

# Teachers
4 Teachers
12,931 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
Average Number of AP Courses
15 courses
9 courses

Tuition and Acceptance Rate:

Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$25,000
$11,275
Average Endowment Size
$50 million
$53.56 million

Students by Ethnicity:

0.44
0.66
# American Indian Students
n/a
436 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
n/a
# Asian Students
n/a
6,845 Students
% Asian Students
n/a
4%
# Hispanic Students
n/a
15,756 Students
% Hispanic Students
n/a
9%
# Black Students
21 Students
12,004 Students
% Black Students
68%
7%
# White Students
n/a
87,486 Students
% White Students
n/a
48%
# Hawaiian Students
n/a
203 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
% of Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
# Others Students
10 Students
57,717 Students
% of Others Students
32%
32%
All Ethnic Groups

Extracurriculars and Sports:

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked private preschools in Matteson, IL?
The top-ranked private preschools in Matteson, IL is South Suburban Christian Academy.
How many private preschools are located in Matteson?
3 private preschools are located in Matteson.
What percentage of private preschools are religiously affiliated in Matteson?
33% of private preschools in Matteson are religiously affiliated (most commonly Assembly of God).

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