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Best Wilmette Private High Schools (2025)

For the 2025 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 81%.
100% of private high schools in Wilmette, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Top Ranked Wilmette Private High Schools (2025)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Loyola Academy
(Catholic)
(1)
1100 Laramie Ave
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 256-1100
Grades: 9-12
| 2,072 students
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
Grades: 9-12
| 206 students
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Wilmette, Illinois

Wilmette, Illinois Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Arlyn Day School (Closed 2024)
Special Education School
3013 Illinois Rd
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 256-7117
Grades: 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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