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Best 60302 Illinois Private Elementary Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 private elementary schools serving 1,014 students in 60302, IL.
The top ranked private elementary schools in 60302, IL include The Children's School of Oak Park, Intercultural Montessori Language School of Oak Park, and St. Giles School.
The average acceptance rate is 86%, which is higher than the Illinois private elementary school average acceptance rate of 85%.
50% of private elementary schools in 60302, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked 60302 Illinois Private Elementary Schools (2026-27)

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The Children's School of Oak Park
Gr: K-8 | 144 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Extracurriculars: 7
Alternative School
820 Ontario
Oak Park, IL 60302
(708) 484-8033
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Intercultural Montessori Language School of Oak Park Photo
Intercultural Montessori Language School of Oak Park
Gr: NS-8 | 80 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Montessori School
301 S. Ridgeland Ave.
Oak Park, IL 60302
(708) 848-6626
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St. Catherine Siena-st Lucy School Photo
St. Catherine Siena-st Lucy School
Gr: PK-8 | 208 students
Catholic
27 Washington Blvd
Oak Park, IL 60302
(708) 386-5286
(1)
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St. Giles School
Gr: PK-8 | 348 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 10
Catholic
1034 Linden Ave
Oak Park, IL 60302
(708) 383-6279
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Alcuin Montessori School
Gr: NS-8 | 209 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 1 | Extracurriculars: 3
Montessori School
324 N Oak Park Ave
Oak Park, IL 60302
(708) 366-1882
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Our Lady Immaculate Academy
Gr: 2-8 | 25 students
Catholic
410 Washington Blvd
Oak Park, IL 60302
(708) 524-2408
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60302, Illinois Private Elementary Schools (Closed)

Map of Children's Garden Montessori School
Children's Garden Montessori School
Gr: K | 45 students
Montessori School
165 N Lombard Avenue
Oak Park, IL 60302
(708) 383-6570
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Map of Good Shepherd's Learning Center
Good Shepherd's Learning Center
Gr: NS-PK | 16 students
Daycare / Preschool
326 Lake Street # 8
Oak Park, IL 60302
(708) 386-2060
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Map of St. Edmund Parish School
St. Edmund Parish School
Gr: PK-8 | 136 students
Catholic
200 S Oak Park Ave
Oak Park, IL 60302
(708) 386-5131
(1)
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private elementary schools in 60302, IL?
The top ranked private elementary schools in 60302, IL include The Children's School of Oak Park, Intercultural Montessori Language School of Oak Park, and St. Giles School.
How many private elementary schools are located in 60302?
6 private elementary schools are located in 60302.
How diverse are private elementary schools in 60302?
60302 private elementary schools are approximately 43% minority students, which is higher than the Illinois private school average of 32%.
What percentage of private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in 60302?
50% of private elementary schools in 60302 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

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