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Monroe County Private Preschools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 private preschools serving 733 students in Monroe County, IL.
100% of private preschools in Monroe County, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked Monroe County Private Preschools (2026-27)

Immaculate Conception Photo
Immaculate Conception
Gr: PK-8 | 393 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 4
Catholic
321 S Metter Avenue
Columbia, IL 62236
(618) 281-5353
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Map of SS Peter & Paul Catholic School
SS Peter & Paul Catholic School
Gr: PK-8 | 340 students
Catholic
217 W 3rd St
Waterloo, IL 62298
(618) 939-7217
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Overview

Category
This State (IL)
US
# Schools
2 Schools
# Students
733 Students
181,201 Students
% Average Students of Color
2%
33%

Academics and Faculty:

# Teachers
49 Teachers
12,997 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
31%
49%
Average Class Size
16 students
17 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate:

Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$2,750
$8,969
Average % on Financial Aid
10%
32%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,200
$3,375

Students by Ethnicity:

0.29
0.66
# American Indian Students
0 Students
436 Students
% American Indian Students
0%
<1%
# Asian Students
3 Students
6,886 Students
% Asian Students
<1%
4%
# Hispanic Students
1 Student
15,765 Students
% Hispanic Students
<1%
9%
# Black Students
1 Student
12,011 Students
% Black Students
<1%
7%
# White Students
607 Students
87,532 Students
% White Students
83%
48%
# Hawaiian Students
0 Students
203 Students
% Hawaiian Students
0%
<1%
# Others Students
121 Students
57,573 Students
% of Others Students
17%
32%
All Ethnic Groups

Extracurriculars and Sports:

Average Number of Sports
4 sports
5 sports

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private preschools in Monroe County, IL?
The top ranked private preschools in Monroe County, IL include SS Peter & Paul Catholic School and Immaculate Conception.
How many private preschools are located in Monroe County?
2 private preschools are located in Monroe County.
What percentage of private preschools are religiously affiliated in Monroe County?
100% of private preschools in Monroe County are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
Which private preschools in Monroe County are often viewed compared to one another?

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