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Best Wilmette Private High Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 private high schools serving 2,278 students in Wilmette, IL.
The top ranked private high schools in Wilmette, IL include Loyola Academy and Regina Dominican High School.
The average acceptance rate is 76%, which is lower than the Illinois private high school average acceptance rate of 82%.
100% of private high schools in Wilmette, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Top Ranked Wilmette Private High Schools (2025-26)

School
Location
Quick Facts
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
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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
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Wilmette, Illinois

Wilmette, 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 high schools in Wilmette, IL?
The top ranked private high schools in Wilmette, IL include Loyola Academy and Regina Dominican High School.
How many private high schools are located in Wilmette?
2 private high schools are located in Wilmette.
What percentage of private high schools are religiously affiliated in Wilmette?
100% of private high schools in Wilmette are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

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