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60453 Illinois Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 9 private schools serving 1,994 students in 60453, IL (there are 13 public schools, serving 8,831 public students). 18% of all K-12 students in 60453, IL are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
The top ranked private schools in 60453, IL include St. Gerald School, St. Linus Elementary School, and St. Catherine Of Alexandria School.
The average acceptance rate is 99%, which is higher than the Illinois private school average acceptance rate of 89%.
56% of private schools in 60453, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Calvinist).

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Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked 60453 Illinois Private Schools (2026-27)

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St. Catherine Of Alexandria School
Gr: PK-8 | 515 students
Catholic
10621 Kedvale Ave
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 425-5547
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St. Gerald School
Gr: PK-8 | 317 students
Catholic
9320 S 55th Ct
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 422-0121
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St. Linus Elementary School
Gr: PK-8 | 362 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 3
Catholic
10400 Lawler Avenue
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 425-1656
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Oak Lawn Montessori School
Gr: PK-K | 16 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Montessori School
4625 W 110th St
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(773) 316-8963
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Papoose Childrens Center
Gr: PK-K | 36 students
Daycare / Preschool
5354 W 95th St
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 422-1112
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Parkland Preparatory Academy
Gr: 1-12 | 157 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Special Education School
8901 S 52nd Ave
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 857-8100
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Penny Lane School Ltd
Gr: NS-K | 192 students
Daycare / Preschool
4527 Southwest Hwy
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 424-1335
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St. Germaine Catholic School
Gr: NS-8 | 208 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 4
Catholic
9735 S Kolin Ave
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 425-6063
(6)
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Southwest Chicago Christian School-oak Lawn
Gr: K-8 | 191 students
Calvinist
10110 Central Ave
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 636-8550
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60453, Illinois Private Schools (Closed)

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Montessori Freedom to Learn
Gr: PK-12
Montessori School
5220 W 105th Street
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 765-6385
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St. Louis De Montfort School
Gr: PK-8 | 205 students
Catholic
8808 Ridgeland Ave
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 599-5781
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South Side Baptist School
Gr: NS-12 | 84 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Baptist
5220 West 105th Street
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 425-3435
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 60453, IL?
The top ranked private schools in 60453, IL include St. Gerald School, St. Linus Elementary School, and St. Catherine Of Alexandria School.
How many private schools are located in 60453?
9 private schools are located in 60453.
How diverse are private schools in 60453?
60453 private schools are approximately 26% minority students, which is lower than the Illinois private school average of 34%.
What percentage of students in 60453 go to private school?
18% of all K-12 students in 60453 are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 60453?
56% of private schools in 60453 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Calvinist).

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