For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 153 students in Mount Carmel, IL (there are 4 public schools, serving 1,422 public students). 10% of all K-12 students in Mount Carmel, IL are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
The average acceptance rate is 100%, which is higher than the Illinois private school average acceptance rate of 84%.
100% of private schools in Mount Carmel, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Church of God).
Private Schools in Mount Carmel, IL (2025-26)
School
Location
Quick Facts
6484 Hwy 11
Mount Carmel, IL 62863
(618) 299-8671
Mount Carmel, IL 62863
(618) 299-8671
Gr: PK-6 | 24 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Mary Catholic School
(Catholic)
417 Chestnut St
Mount Carmel, IL 62863
(618) 263-3183
Mount Carmel, IL 62863
(618) 263-3183
Gr: PK-8 | 129 students Tuition listed
Frequently Asked Questions
How many private schools are located in Mount Carmel, IL?
2 private schools are located in Mount Carmel, IL.
What percentage of students in Mount Carmel go to private school?
10% of all K-12 students in Mount Carmel are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Mount Carmel?
100% of private schools in Mount Carmel are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Church of God).
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