Best 62863 Illinois Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 153 students in 62863, IL (there are 4 public schools, serving 1,422 public students). 10% of all K-12 students in 62863, 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 85%.
100% of private schools in 62863, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Church of God).

Private Schools in 62863, IL (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Lancaster Christian School
(Church of God)
(3)
6484 Hwy 11
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
Gr: PK-8 | 129 students Tuition listed

Frequently Asked Questions

How many private schools are located in 62863, IL?
2 private schools are located in 62863, IL.
What percentage of students in 62863 go to private school?
10% of all K-12 students in 62863 are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 62863?
100% of private schools in 62863 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Church of God).

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