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Best Illinois Other Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 14 other private schools serving 3,054 students in Illinois. You can also find more religiously affiliated schools in Illinois.

The other private schools in Illinois include Calvary Academy, Aletheia School, and Circle-Rock Preparatory School.

The average acceptance rate is 88%, which is higher than the Illinois private school average acceptance rate of 85%.

Quick Facts (2026)

# Private Schools: 14
# Students Served: 3,054

Quick Facts (2026)

# Private Schools: 14
# Students Served: 3,054

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked other private schools in Illinois?

The other private schools in Illinois include Calvary Academy, Aletheia School, and Circle-Rock Preparatory School.

How many other private schools are located in Illinois?

14 other private schools are located in Illinois.

How diverse are other private schools in Illinois?

Illinois other private schools are approximately 25% minority students, which is lower than the Illinois private school average of 34%.

Illinois Other Private School Trends

Private Schools

3,054

Students

$5,973

Avg. Tuition

25%

Students of Color

13:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

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