For the 2025 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 129 students in Monticello, IL (there are 3 public schools, serving 1,418 public students). 8% of all K-12 students in Monticello, IL are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
The top ranked private school in Monticello, IL is Monticello Christian Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 100%, which is higher than the Illinois private school average acceptance rate of 84%.
100% of private schools in Monticello, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).
Top Ranked Monticello Private Schools (2025)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Monticello Christian Academy
Alternative School (Christian)
225 E Livingston St
Monticello, IL 61856
(217) 762-3544
Monticello, IL 61856
(217) 762-3544
Gr: PK-K | 39 students Avg. class size: 8 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Faith Christian School
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
980 Iron Horse Pl
Monticello, IL 61856
(217) 762-7240
Monticello, IL 61856
(217) 762-7240
Gr: K-1 | 90 students Avg. class size: 13 students Tuition listed
Monticello, Illinois Private Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Metamorphosis Montessori School (Closed 2011)
Montessori School
1202 1/2 N State Street
Monticello, IL 61856
(217) 762-9645
Monticello, IL 61856
(217) 762-9645
Gr: PK-K | 25 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in Monticello, IL?
The top ranked private schools in Monticello, IL is Monticello Christian Academy.
How many private schools are located in Monticello?
2 private schools are located in Monticello.
What percentage of students in Monticello go to private school?
8% of all K-12 students in Monticello are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Monticello?
100% of private schools in Monticello are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).
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