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Best Illinois Private Preschools Belonging to National Association of Private Catholic and Independent Schools (NAPCIS) (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 private preschools belonging to National Association of Private Catholic and Independent Schools (NAPCIS) serving 234 students in Illinois. You can also find more schools membership associations in Illinois.
The top ranked private preschools belonging to National Association of Private Catholic and Independent Schools (NAPCIS) in Illinois include Our Lady Sacred Heart Academy and Children Of Peace.
The average acceptance rate is 100%, which is higher than the Illinois private preschool average acceptance rate of 90%.
100% of private preschools belonging to National Association of Private Catholic and Independent Schools (NAPCIS) in Illinois are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 2

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 2

Top Ranked Private Preschools Belonging to National Association of Private Catholic and Independent Schools (NAPCIS) in Illinois (2026-27)

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Children Of Peace
Gr: PK-8 | 145 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Catholic
1900 W. Taylor
Chicago, IL 60638
(312) 421-6200
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Our Lady Sacred Heart Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 89 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 3
Vocational/Technical School (Catholic)
3445 Elmwood Rd
Rockford, IL 61101
(815) 399-3021
(5)
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private preschools belonging to National Association of Private Catholic and Independent Schools (NAPCIS) in Illinois?
The top ranked private preschools belonging to National Association of Private Catholic and Independent Schools (NAPCIS) in Illinois include Our Lady Sacred Heart Academy and Children Of Peace.
How many private preschools belonging to National Association of Private Catholic and Independent Schools (NAPCIS) are located in Illinois?
2 private preschools belonging to National Association of Private Catholic and Independent Schools (NAPCIS) are located in Illinois.
What percentage of private preschools belonging to National Association of Private Catholic and Independent Schools (NAPCIS) are religiously affiliated in Illinois?
100% of private preschools belonging to National Association of Private Catholic and Independent Schools (NAPCIS) in Illinois are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
2
Private Schools
234
Students
$4,975
Avg. Tuition
94%
Students of Color
8:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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