60053 Illinois Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 394 students in 60053, IL (there are 7 public schools, serving 2,516 public students). 14% of all K-12 students in 60053, IL are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
The top ranked private schools in 60053, IL include Mcc Academy College Prep and Jerusalem Evangelical Lutheran School.
The average acceptance rate is 99%, which is higher than the Illinois private school average acceptance rate of 89%.
67% of private schools in 60053, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod and Islamic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked 60053 Illinois Private Schools (2026-27)

Map of Jerusalem Evangelical Lutheran School
Gr: PK-8 | 95 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 2
Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
6218 Capulina Ave
Morton Grove, IL 60053
(847) 965-7340
Map of Mcc Academy College Prep
Gr: 3-12 | 277 students
Avg. class size: 25 students
Sports: 4
Islamic
8601 Menard Ave
Morton Grove, IL 60053
(847) 470-8801
(4)
Map of Kids Academy
Gr: NS | 22 students
Daycare / Preschool
9233 Shermer Road
Morton Grove, IL 60053
(847) 966-9007

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 60053, IL?
The top ranked private schools in 60053, IL include Mcc Academy College Prep and Jerusalem Evangelical Lutheran School.
How many private schools are located in 60053?
3 private schools are located in 60053.
What percentage of students in 60053 go to private school?
14% of all K-12 students in 60053 are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 60053?
67% of private schools in 60053 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod and Islamic).

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