Prairie School of DuPage Photo - A teacher points out the details in a leaf during morning outdoor observations.

Best 60187 Illinois Private Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 5 private elementary schools serving 1,049 students in 60187, IL.
The top-ranked 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 Christian and Catholic).

Top-Ranked 60187 Illinois Private Elementary Schools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Clapham School
Clapham School Photo
(Christian)
(1)
335 East Seminary Ave
Wheaton, IL 60187
(630) 547-5125
Gr: PK-12 | 126 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Prairie School of DuPage
Prairie School of DuPage Photo - A teacher points out the details in a leaf during morning outdoor observations.
(8)
1926 N Main St
Wheaton, IL 60187
(630) 690-6000
Gr: PK-8 | 118 students Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition listed
St. Michael Catholic School
(Catholic)
(1)
314 W Willow Ave
Wheaton, IL 60187
(630) 462-5009
Gr: PK-8 | 595 students
Bright Horizons Early Education Center
Daycare / Preschool
25w725 Jewell Rd
Wheaton, IL 60187
(630) 665-2558
Gr: PK-5 | 43 students
Wheaton Montessori School
Montessori School
(4)
1970 N Gary Ave
Wheaton, IL 60187
(630) 653-5100
Gr: PK-9 | 167 students
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in 60187 Illinois

60187, Illinois Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
St. John Lutheran Preschool (Closed 2006)
Daycare / Preschool (Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
410 N Cross St
Wheaton, IL 60187
(630) 668-0701
Gr: PK-K | 99 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked private elementary schools in 60187, IL?
The top-ranked 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 Christian and Catholic).

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