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60187 Illinois Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 9 private schools serving 1,902 students in 60187, IL (there are 10 public schools, serving 5,252 public students). 27% of all K-12 students in 60187, IL are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
The top ranked private schools in 60187, IL include Clapham School, Prairie School of DuPage, and St. Michael Catholic School.
The average acceptance rate is 93%, which is higher than the Illinois private school average acceptance rate of 89%.
33% of private schools in 60187, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 9
  • # Students Served: 1,902
  • Average Tuition: $16,783
  • Acceptance Rate: 93%
  • Average Class Size: 16 students
  • % Students of Color: 17%
  • View 60187 Illinois School Trends

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 9
  • # Students Served: 1,902
  • Average Tuition: $16,783
  • Acceptance Rate: 93%
  • Average Class Size: 16 students
  • % Students of Color: 17%
  • View 60187 Illinois School Trends

Top Ranked 60187 Illinois Private Schools (2026-27)

Clapham School Photo
Clapham School
Gr: PK-12 | 126 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 9
Christian
335 East Seminary Ave
Wheaton, IL 60187
(630) 547-5125
(1)
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Map of Clare Woods Academy
Clare Woods Academy
Gr: Inquire with school | 92 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Special Education School
125 E. Seminary Ave.
Wheaton, IL 60187
(630) 289-4221
(13)
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Prairie School of DuPage Photo
Prairie School of DuPage
Gr: PK-8 | 118 students
Extracurriculars: 1
1926 N Main St
Wheaton, IL 60187
(630) 690-6000
(8)
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Map of St. Francis High School
St. Francis High School
Gr: 9-12 | 697 students
Avg. class size: 23 students
Catholic
2130 W Roosevelt Rd
Wheaton, IL 60187
(630) 668-5800
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Map of St. Michael Catholic School
St. Michael Catholic School
Gr: PK-8 | 595 students
Catholic
314 W Willow Ave
Wheaton, IL 60187
(630) 462-5009
(1)
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Map of Bright Horizons Early Education Center
Bright Horizons Early Education Center
Gr: PK-5 | 43 students
Daycare / Preschool
25w725 Jewell Rd
Wheaton, IL 60187
(630) 665-2558
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Map of Dupage Montessori School - Wheaton
Dupage Montessori School - Wheaton
Gr: PK-K | 64 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Extracurriculars: 4
Montessori School
300 E Cole Ave
Wheaton, IL 60187
(630) 653-1221
(1)
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Map of Roosevelt Road KinderCare
Roosevelt Road KinderCare
Gr: NS-PK
Daycare / Preschool
222 E. Roosevelt Rd
Wheaton, IL 60187
(331) 399-3954
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Map of Wheaton Montessori School
Wheaton Montessori School
Gr: PK-9 | 167 students
Montessori School
1970 N Gary Ave
Wheaton, IL 60187
(630) 653-5100
(4)
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60187, Illinois Private Schools (Closed)

Map of St. John Lutheran Preschool
St. John Lutheran Preschool
Gr: PK-K | 99 students
Daycare / Preschool (Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
410 N Cross St
Wheaton, IL 60187
(630) 668-0701
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 60187, IL?
The top ranked private schools in 60187, IL include Clapham School, Prairie School of DuPage, and St. Michael Catholic School.
How many private schools are located in 60187?
9 private schools are located in 60187.
How diverse are private schools in 60187?
60187 private schools are approximately 17% minority students, which is lower than the Illinois private school average of 34%.
What percentage of students in 60187 go to private school?
27% of all K-12 students in 60187 are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 60187?
33% of private schools in 60187 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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