60056 Illinois Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 private schools serving 1,638 students in 60056, IL (there are 14 public schools, serving 7,801 public students). 17% of all K-12 students in 60056, IL are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
The top ranked private schools in 60056, IL include St. Raymond School, Science Academy Of Chicago, and St. Emily Elementary School.
The average acceptance rate is 96%, which is higher than the Illinois private school average acceptance rate of 89%.
43% of private schools in 60056, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 7
  • # Students Served: 1,638
  • Average Tuition: $11,995
  • Acceptance Rate: 96%
  • Average Class Size: 18 students
  • % Students of Color: 21%
  • View 60056 Illinois School Trends

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 7
  • # Students Served: 1,638
  • Average Tuition: $11,995
  • Acceptance Rate: 96%
  • Average Class Size: 18 students
  • % Students of Color: 21%
  • View 60056 Illinois School Trends

Top Ranked 60056 Illinois Private Schools (2026-27)

Map of St. Emily Elementary School
Gr: PK-8 | 377 students
Catholic
1400 E Central Road
Mount Prospect, IL 60056
(847) 296-3490
Map of St. Paul Lutheran School
Gr: PK-8 | 277 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 12
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
18 S School Street
Mount Prospect, IL 60056
(847) 255-6733
(6)
Map of St. Raymond School
Gr: PK-8 | 460 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 7
Catholic
300 S Elmhurst Ave
Mount Prospect, IL 60056
(847) 253-8555
Science Academy Of Chicago Photo
Gr: PK-8 | 219 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 2 | Extracurriculars: 12
Specialized Curriculum
501 Midway Drive
Mount Prospect, IL 60056
(847) 258-5254
(8)
Map of Bright Horizons
Gr: PK-K | 110 students
Daycare / Preschool
1020 S Hunt Club Dr
Mount Prospect, IL 60056
(847) 956-6222
Kensington KinderCare Photo
Gr: NS-PK
Daycare / Preschool
300 West Kensington Rd.
Mount Prospect, IL 60056
(847) 255-1585
Park View Montessori School - Mount Prospect Photo
Gr: NS-K | 195 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 2
Montessori School
1601 Feehanville Drive ste 300
Mount Prospect, IL 60056
(847) 296-3044
(2)
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60056, Illinois Private Schools (Closed)

Map of St. John Lutheran School
Gr: PK-2 | 55 students
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
1101 S Linneman Rd
Mount Prospect, IL 60056
(847) 593-7670

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 60056, IL?
The top ranked private schools in 60056, IL include St. Raymond School, Science Academy Of Chicago, and St. Emily Elementary School.
How many private schools are located in 60056?
7 private schools are located in 60056.
How diverse are private schools in 60056?
60056 private schools are approximately 21% minority students, which is lower than the Illinois private school average of 34%.
What percentage of students in 60056 go to private school?
17% of all K-12 students in 60056 are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 60056?
43% of private schools in 60056 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).

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