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Best 61109 Illinois Private Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 476 students in 61109, IL (there are 6 public schools, serving 4,800 public students). 9% of all K-12 students in 61109, IL are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
The top ranked private schools in 61109, IL include Rockford Iqra' School and St. Rita School.
67% of private schools in 61109, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Baptist).

Top Ranked 61109 Illinois Private Schools (2025-26)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Rockford Iqra' School
Rockford Iqra' School Photo - 3rd grade
5925 Darlene Dr
Rockford, IL 61109
(815) 397-6899
Gr: PK-10 | 116 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 3 Tuition listed
St. Rita School
(Catholic)
6284 Valley Knoll Dr
Rockford, IL 61109
(815) 398-3466
Gr: PK-8 | 251 students Avg. class size: 22 students
Cathedral Baptist School
Cathedral Baptist School Photo - In pursuit of excellence in education, the mission of Cathedral Baptist School is to assist parents by helping equip students to embrace truth, strive for academic excellence, and model Christ-like leadership to influence their homes, churches, and communities for Christ.
(Baptist)
5622 35th St
Rockford, IL 61109
(815) 874-3883
Gr: PK-12 | 109 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in 61109 Illinois

61109, Illinois Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Faith Tabernacle Christian School (Closed 2006)
(Christian)
4312 20th Street
Rockford, IL 61109
(815) 874-4483
Gr: 5 | 10 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 61109, IL?
The top ranked private schools in 61109, IL include Rockford Iqra' School and St. Rita School.
How many private schools are located in 61109?
3 private schools are located in 61109.
What percentage of students in 61109 go to private school?
9% of all K-12 students in 61109 are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 61109?
67% of private schools in 61109 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Baptist).

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