For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 492 students in Richland County, IL (there are 6 public schools, serving 2,182 public students). 18% of all K-12 students in Richland County, IL are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
The top-ranked private schools in Richland County, IL include St. Joseph School and St. Joseph's Catholic Church.
100% of private schools in Richland County, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
Top-Ranked Richland County Private Schools (2025-26)
School
Location
Quick Facts
St. Joseph School
(Catholic)
520 E Chestnut Street
Olney, IL 62450
(618) 395-3081
Olney, IL 62450
(618) 395-3081
Gr: PK-8 | 245 students Sports: 3 Tuition listed
St. Joseph's Catholic Church
(Catholic)
220 S Elliott St
Olney, IL 62450
(618) 395-3081
Olney, IL 62450
(618) 395-3081
Gr: PK-8 | 247 students
Richland County Private Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
East Orchard Christian Academy (Closed 2025)
(Christian)
5014 N Illinois 130
Olney, IL 62450
(618) 392-0300
Olney, IL 62450
(618) 392-0300
Gr: PK-8 | 130 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked private schools in Richland County, IL?
The top-ranked private schools in Richland County, IL include St. Joseph School and St. Joseph's Catholic Church.
How many private schools are located in Richland County?
2 private schools are located in Richland County.
What percentage of students in Richland County go to private school?
18% of all K-12 students in Richland County are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Richland County?
100% of private schools in Richland County are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
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