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Winnetka Private Elementary Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 private elementary schools serving 1,076 students in Winnetka, IL.
The average acceptance rate is 100%, which is higher than the Illinois private elementary school average acceptance rate of 89%.
40% of private elementary schools in Winnetka, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 5
  • # Students Served: 1,076
  • Average Tuition: $26,247
  • % Students on Financial Aid: 12%
  • Average Class Size: 11 students
  • % Students of Color: 8%
  • View Winnetka, IL School Trends

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 5
  • # Students Served: 1,076
  • Average Tuition: $26,247
  • % Students on Financial Aid: 12%
  • Average Class Size: 11 students
  • % Students of Color: 8%
  • View Winnetka, IL School Trends

Top Ranked Winnetka Private Elementary Schools (2026-27)

Brightmont Academy - Northfield Photo
Brightmont Academy - Northfield
Gr: 1-12
Avg. class size: 1 student
Specialized Curriculum
1799 Willow Road
Winnetka, IL 60093
(224) 518-0074
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Hyde Park Day School - Northfield campus Photo
Hyde Park Day School - Northfield campus
Gr: 1-8 | 54 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Special Education School
1980 Old Willow Rd
Winnetka, IL 60093
(847) 446-7025
(1)
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North Shore Country Day School Photo
North Shore Country Day School
Gr: PK-12 | 520 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 4
310 Green Bay Rd
Winnetka, IL 60093
(847) 446-0674
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Sacred Heart School Photo
Sacred Heart School
Gr: PK-8 | 230 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 7
Catholic
1095 Gage Street
Winnetka, IL 60093
(847) 446-0005
(8)
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Map of The School Of Saints Faith, Hope & Charity
The School Of Saints Faith, Hope & Charity
Gr: PK-8 | 272 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 7
Catholic
180 Ridge Ave
Winnetka, IL 60093
(847) 446-0031
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Winnetka, Illinois Private Schools (Closed)

Map of French School
French School
Gr: PK-K | 37 students
Specialized Curriculum
562 Green Bay Rd
Winnetka, IL 60093
(847) 501-5800
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Winnetka, IL Private School Trends

5
Private Schools
1,076
Students
$26,247
Avg. Tuition
11
Avg. Class Size
8%
Students of Color
7:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
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Enrollment & Diversity
Category
This Town (Winnetka)
This State (IL)
# Schools
5 Schools
957 Schools
# Students
1,076 Students
183,277 Students
% Students of Color
8%
32%
0.41
0.64
Show more data/charts: racial breakdown
# American Indian Students
0 Students
497 Students
% American Indian Students
0%
<1%
# Asian Students
25 Students
8,645 Students
% Asian Students
2%
5%
# Hispanic Students
14 Students
17,366 Students
% Hispanic Students
1%
9%
# Black Students
23 Students
14,638 Students
% Black Students
2%
8%
# White Students
807 Students
99,692 Students
% White Students
75%
54%
# Hawaiian Students
1 Student
290 Students
% Hawaiian Students
<1%
<1%
# Others Students
212 Students
43,887 Students
% of Others Students
20%
24%
All Ethnic Groups
Academics
# Teachers
148 Teachers
14,103 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
70%
50%
Average Class Size
11 students
17 students
Average Number of AP Courses
18 courses
9 courses
Average SAT score
1350
(Out of 1600)
1282
Average ACT score
31
(Out of 36)
26
Tuition & Aid
Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$26,247
$9,535
Average Summer Program Cost
$950
$953
Average % on Financial Aid
12%
31%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$25,940
$4,336
Average Endowment Size
$35 million
$10.88 million
Admissions & Athletics
Average Acceptance Rate
100%
89%
Average Number of Extracurriculars
6 extracurriculars
8 extracurriculars
Average Number of Sports
9 sports
5 sports

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private elementary schools in Winnetka, IL?
The top ranked private elementary schools in Winnetka, IL include The School Of Saints Faith, Hope & Charity, Hyde Park Day School - Northfield campus, and North Shore Country Day School.
How many private elementary schools are located in Winnetka?
5 private elementary schools are located in Winnetka.
How diverse are private elementary schools in Winnetka?
Winnetka private elementary schools are approximately 8% minority students, which is lower than the Illinois private school average of 32%.
What percentage of private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in Winnetka?
40% of private elementary schools in Winnetka are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
Which private elementary schools in Winnetka are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of private elementary schools in Winnetka include: The School Of Saints Faith, Hope & Charity vs. Sacred Heart School

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