For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 private elementary schools serving 369 students in 60160, IL.
The top ranked private elementary school in 60160, IL is Joseph Academy-melrose Park.
The average acceptance rate is 100%, which is higher than the Illinois private elementary school average acceptance rate of 85%.
33% of private elementary schools in 60160, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).
Top Ranked 60160 Illinois Private Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Joseph Academy-melrose Park
Special Education School
1100 N 22nd Av
Melrose Park, IL 60160
(708) 345-4500
Melrose Park, IL 60160
(708) 345-4500
Gr: 4-12 | 77 students Tuition listed
Grace Montessori School
Montessori School
1112 N 9th Ave
Melrose Park, IL 60160
(708) 344-7257
Melrose Park, IL 60160
(708) 344-7257
Gr: PK-2 | 50 students
Walther Christian Academy![Walther Christian Academy Photo - Science class in the Science & Technology Wing Walther Christian Academy Photo - Science class in the Science & Technology Wing]()

(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
900 Chicago Avenue
Melrose Park, IL 60160
(708) 344-0404
Melrose Park, IL 60160
(708) 344-0404
Gr: 6-12 | 242 students Avg. class size: 80 students Sports: 13 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
60160, Illinois Private Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
815 N 16th Ave
Melrose Park, IL 60160
(708) 681-0240
Melrose Park, IL 60160
(708) 681-0240
Gr: PK-8 | 170 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private elementary schools in 60160, IL?
The top ranked private elementary schools in 60160, IL is Joseph Academy-melrose Park.
How many private elementary schools are located in 60160?
3 private elementary schools are located in 60160.
What percentage of private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in 60160?
33% of private elementary schools in 60160 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).
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