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Best 60091 Illinois Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 private schools serving 3,476 students in 60091, IL (there are 7 public schools, serving 3,552 public students). 49% of all K-12 students in 60091, IL are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
The top-ranked private schools in 60091, IL include Regina Dominican High School, St. Francis Xavier School, and St. Joseph School.
The average acceptance rate is 83%, which is lower than the Illinois private school average acceptance rate of 84%.
57% of private schools in 60091, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Top-Ranked 60091 Illinois Private Schools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Baker Demonstration School
Baker Demonstration School Photo - Curiosity captured in the preschool class with hands on learning for our youngest students in a scientific inquiry.
(6)
201 Sheridan Road
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 425-5800
Gr: NS-8 | 209 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 15 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Loyola Academy
(Catholic)
(1)
1100 Laramie Ave
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 256-1100
Gr: 9-12 | 2,072 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 29 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Regina Dominican High School
Regina Dominican High School Photo - Regina Dominican Students Lead!
All-girls (Catholic)
(3)
701 Locust Road
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 256-7660
Gr: 9-12 | 206 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 15 | Extracurrculars: 24 Tuition listed
St. Francis Xavier School
St. Francis Xavier School Photo
(Catholic)
(3)
808 Linden Ave
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 826-4948
Gr: PK-8 | 675 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 12 Tuition listed
St. Joseph School
St. Joseph School Photo - Class Buddy
(Catholic)
(1)
1740 Lake Avenue
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 256-7870
Gr: PK-K | 115 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Ronald Knox Montessori School
Montessori School
2031 Elmwood Ave
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 256-2922
Gr: PK-K | 81 students
Rose Hall Montessori School
Montessori School
1140 Wilmette Ave
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 256-2002
Gr: PK-K | 118 students Tuition listed
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in 60091 Illinois

60091, Illinois Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Arlyn Day School (Closed 2024)
Special Education School
3013 Illinois Rd
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 256-7117
Gr: 5-12 | 34 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked private schools in 60091, IL?
The top-ranked private schools in 60091, IL include Regina Dominican High School, St. Francis Xavier School, and St. Joseph School.
How many private schools are located in 60091?
7 private schools are located in 60091.
How diverse are private schools in 60091?
60091 private schools are approximately 16% minority students, which is lower than the Illinois private school average of 34%.
What percentage of students in 60091 go to private school?
49% of all K-12 students in 60091 are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 60091?
57% of private schools in 60091 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

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