Illinois Private Schools Belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 10 private schools belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) serving 2,121 students in Illinois. You can also find more schools membership associations in Illinois.
The top ranked private schools belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) in Illinois include College Preparatory School Of America, Bennett Day School, and Noonan Academy.
60% of private schools belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) in Illinois are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Jewish).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 10

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 10

Top Ranked Private Schools Belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) in Illinois (2026-27)

Bennett Day School Photo
Gr: PK-12 | 431 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 6
Specialized Curriculum
955 W. Grand Ave.
Chicago, IL 60642
(312) 236-6388
(2)
Map of College Preparatory School Of America
Gr: PK-12 | 569 students
Sports: 4
Islamic
331 W Madison St
Lombard, IL 60148
(630) 889-8000
Map of Noonan Academy
Gr: PK-8 | 330 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 2 | Extracurriculars: 11
Catholic
19131 Henry Dr
Mokena, IL 60448
(708) 479-8988
(1)
Map of Sager Solomon Schechter Day School
Gr: PK-8 | 426 students
Specialized Curriculum (Jewish)
3210 Dundee Rd
Northbrook, IL 60062
(847) 412-5656
Map of Charter School Academy College Prep
Gr: PK-12 | 31 students
Christian
1443 W 63rd St
Chicago, IL 60636
(312) 675-8691
Map of Grand Prairie School
Gr: 5-12 | 53 students
All-boys | Special Education School
110 N Locust St
Onarga, IL 60955
(815) 268-7440
Map of Helping Hand School
Gr: PK-12 | 42 students
Special Education School
9649 W 55th St
La Grange, IL 60525
(708) 386-6818
Kc's Academy LLC Photo
Gr: K-1 | 14 students
Extracurriculars: 3
Specialized Curriculum
3110 N. Sheffield Ave
Chicago, IL 60657
(773) 665-4940
Map of Keshet Transition Program
Gr: Inquire with school | 75 students
Special Education School (Jewish)
3210 Dundee Rd
Northbrook, IL 60062
(847) 412-5758
Map of Our Lady Of Tepeyac High School
Gr: 9-12 | 150 students
All-girls (Catholic)
2228 S Whipple St
Chicago, IL 60623
(773) 522-0023

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) in Illinois?
The top ranked private schools belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) in Illinois include College Preparatory School Of America, Bennett Day School, and Noonan Academy.
How many private schools belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) are located in Illinois?
10 private schools belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) are located in Illinois.
How diverse are private schools belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) in Illinois?
Illinois private schools belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) are approximately 56% minority students, which is higher than the Illinois private school average of 34%.
What percentage of private schools belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) are religiously affiliated in Illinois?
60% of private schools belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) in Illinois are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Jewish).

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