For the 2025 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 241 students in Pontiac, IL (there are 6 public schools, serving 1,761 public students). 12% of all K-12 students in Pontiac, IL are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
The top ranked private school in Pontiac, IL is St. Marys School.
The average acceptance rate is 99%, which is higher than the Illinois private school average acceptance rate of 84%.
Top Ranked Pontiac Private Schools (2025)
School
Location
Quick Facts
St. Marys School
(Catholic)
414 N Main St
Pontiac, IL 61764
(815) 844-6585
Pontiac, IL 61764
(815) 844-6585
Gr: PK-8 | 170 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Grace Christian School
(Christian)
1314 E Indiana Ave
Pontiac, IL 61764
(815) 419-2030
Pontiac, IL 61764
(815) 419-2030
Gr: PK-8 | 39 students
Pontiac Christian School
(Christian)
18034 N 2100 East Road
Pontiac, IL 61764
(815) 842-1322
Pontiac, IL 61764
(815) 842-1322
Gr: PK-8 | 32 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition listed
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in Pontiac, IL?
The top ranked private schools in Pontiac, IL is St. Marys School.
How many private schools are located in Pontiac?
3 private schools are located in Pontiac.
What percentage of students in Pontiac go to private school?
12% of all K-12 students in Pontiac are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
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