Illinois Private Preschools Belonging to National Association of Private Catholic and Independent Schools (NAPCIS)

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.
The average acceptance rate is 100%, which is higher than the Illinois private preschool average acceptance rate of 92%.
100% of private preschools belonging to National Association of Private Catholic and Independent Schools (NAPCIS) in Illinois are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
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.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 2

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 2

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

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

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).

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