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Best Illinois Private Schools Belonging to National Catholic Education Association (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 private schools belonging to National Catholic Education Association serving 1,608 students in Illinois. You can also find more schools membership associations in Illinois.
The top ranked private schools belonging to National Catholic Education Association in Illinois include Nazareth Academy, St. Andrew School, and Regina Dominican High School.
The average acceptance rate is 98%, which is higher than the Illinois private school average acceptance rate of 85%.
100% of private schools belonging to National Catholic Education Association in Illinois are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • # Private Schools: 4

Quick Facts (2026)

  • # Private Schools: 4

Top Ranked Private Schools Belonging to National Catholic Education Association in Illinois (2026)

Map of Nazareth Academy
Nazareth Academy
Gr: 9-12 | 796 students
Avg. class size: 21 students
Sports: 17 | Extracurriculars: 30
Catholic
1209 West Ogden Avenue
La Grange Park, IL 60526
(708) 354-0061
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Prince Of Peace School
Gr: PK-8 | 270 students
Avg. class size: 26 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 15
Catholic
135 S Milwaukee Ave
Lake Villa, IL 60046
(847) 356-6111
(3)
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Regina Dominican High School
Gr: 9-12 | 206 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 17 | Extracurriculars: 24
All-girls (Catholic)
701 Locust Road
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 256-7660
(3)
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St. Andrew School
Gr: PK-8 | 336 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 21
Catholic
1710 W Addison Street
Chicago, IL 60613
(773) 248-2500
(16)
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools belonging to National Catholic Education Association in Illinois?
The top ranked private schools belonging to National Catholic Education Association in Illinois include Nazareth Academy, St. Andrew School, and Regina Dominican High School.
How many private schools belonging to National Catholic Education Association are located in Illinois?
4 private schools belonging to National Catholic Education Association are located in Illinois.
What percentage of private schools belonging to National Catholic Education Association are religiously affiliated in Illinois?
100% of private schools belonging to National Catholic Education Association in Illinois are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
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Private Schools
1,608
Students
$17,492
Avg. Tuition
23%
Students of Color
12:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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