Best 61265 Illinois Private Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 1,039 students in 61265, IL (there are 14 public schools, serving 6,929 public students). 13% of all K-12 students in 61265, IL are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
The top ranked private schools in 61265, IL include Seton Catholic School and Quad Cities Christian School.
The average acceptance rate is 100%, which is higher than the Illinois private school average acceptance rate of 85%.
75% of private schools in 61265, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked 61265 Illinois Private Schools (2026-27)

Quad Cities Christian School Photo
Gr: NS-12 | 385 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 7
Christian
4000 11th Street
Moline, IL 61265
(309) 762-3800
Map of Seton Catholic School
Gr: PK-8 | 500 students
Catholic
1320 16th Ave
Moline, IL 61265
(309) 764-5418
Map of St. Pauls Lutheran School
Gr: PK-8 | 26 students
Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
153 19th Ave
Moline, IL 61265
(262) 288-1587
Map of Villa Montessori School
Gr: PK-5 | 128 students
Montessori School
2100 48th Street
Moline, IL 61265
(309) 764-7047

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 61265, IL?
The top ranked private schools in 61265, IL include Seton Catholic School and Quad Cities Christian School.
How many private schools are located in 61265?
4 private schools are located in 61265.
What percentage of students in 61265 go to private school?
13% of all K-12 students in 61265 are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 61265?
75% of private schools in 61265 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod).

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