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Best Illinois Private Preschools Belonging to National Association for Bilingual Education (NABE)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 private preschools belonging to National Association for Bilingual Education (NABE) serving 470 students in Illinois. You can also find more schools membership associations in Illinois.
The top ranked private preschool belonging to National Association for Bilingual Education (NABE) in Illinois is School Of St. Mary.
The average acceptance rate is 80%, which is lower than the Illinois private preschool average acceptance rate of 90%.
50% of private preschools belonging to National Association for Bilingual Education (NABE) in Illinois are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 2

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 2

Top Ranked Private Preschools Belonging to National Association for Bilingual Education (NABE) in Illinois (2026-27)

School Of St. Mary Photo
School Of St. Mary
Gr: PK-8 | 425 students
Avg. class size: 19 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 3
Catholic
185 E Illinois Rd
Lake Forest, IL 60045
(847) 283-9800
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Childrens House Daycare
Gr: PK-K | 45 students
Montessori School
1220 S Lake St
Mundelein, IL 60060
(847) 949-6340
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private preschools belonging to National Association for Bilingual Education (NABE) in Illinois?
The top ranked private preschools belonging to National Association for Bilingual Education (NABE) in Illinois is School Of St. Mary.
How many private preschools belonging to National Association for Bilingual Education (NABE) are located in Illinois?
2 private preschools belonging to National Association for Bilingual Education (NABE) are located in Illinois.
What percentage of private preschools belonging to National Association for Bilingual Education (NABE) are religiously affiliated in Illinois?
50% of private preschools belonging to National Association for Bilingual Education (NABE) in Illinois are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
2
Private Schools
470
Students
$10,939
Avg. Tuition
4%
Students of Color
9:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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