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Best 60187 Illinois Private Elementary Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 private elementary schools serving 1,049 students in 60187, IL.

The private elementary schools in 60187, IL include St. Michael Catholic School, Clapham School, and Prairie School of DuPage.

The average acceptance rate is 80%, which is lower than the Illinois private elementary school average acceptance rate of 85%.

40% of private elementary schools in 60187, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# Private Schools: 5
# Students Served: 1,049
Average Tuition: $12,300
% Students of Color: 17%
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

# Private Schools: 5
# Students Served: 1,049
Average Tuition: $12,300
% Students of Color: 17%
View 60187 Illinois School Trends

Top Ranked 60187 Illinois Private Elementary Schools (2026-27)

Clapham School

Gr: PK-12 | 126 students

Avg. class size: 14 students

Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 9

Christian

335 East Seminary Ave

Wheaton, IL 60187

(630) 547-5125

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Prairie School of DuPage

Gr: PK-8 | 118 students

Extracurriculars: 1

1926 N Main St

Wheaton, IL 60187

(630) 690-6000

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St. Michael Catholic School

Gr: PK-8 | 595 students

Catholic

314 W Willow Ave

Wheaton, IL 60187

(630) 462-5009

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Bright Horizons Early Education Center

Gr: PK-5 | 43 students

Daycare / Preschool

25w725 Jewell Rd

Wheaton, IL 60187

(630) 665-2558

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Wheaton Montessori School

Gr: PK-9 | 167 students

Montessori School

1970 N Gary Ave

Wheaton, IL 60187

(630) 653-5100

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60187, Illinois Private Elementary Schools (Closed)

St. John Lutheran Preschool

Gr: PK-K | 99 students

Daycare / Preschool (Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)

410 N Cross St

Wheaton, IL 60187

(630) 668-0701

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private elementary schools in 60187, IL?

The private elementary schools in 60187, IL include St. Michael Catholic School, Clapham School, and Prairie School of DuPage.

How many private elementary schools are located in 60187?

5 private elementary schools are located in 60187.

How diverse are private elementary schools in 60187?

60187 private elementary schools are approximately 17% minority students, which is lower than the Illinois private school average of 32%.

What percentage of private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in 60187?

40% of private elementary schools in 60187 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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