61605 Illinois Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 310 students in 61605, IL (there are 7 public schools, serving 3,038 public students). 9% of all K-12 students in 61605, IL are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
The top ranked private schools in 61605, IL include King's Kids/south Side Mission and Christ Lutheran School.
The average acceptance rate is 38%, which is lower than the Illinois private school average acceptance rate of 89%.
100% of private schools in 61605, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked 61605 Illinois Private Schools (2026-27)

Map of Christ Lutheran School
Gr: K-8 | 170 students
Sports: 4
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
1311 S Faraday Ave
Peoria, IL 61605
(309) 637-1512
Map of King's Kids/south Side Mission
Gr: PK-K | 45 students
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
1127 S Laramie St
Peoria, IL 61605
(309) 676-4604
Map of New Life Christian Academy
Gr: 2-12 | 41 students
Pentecostal
3510 W Malone St
Peoria, IL 61605
(309) 637-8359
Map of South Side Christian Academy
Gr: K-3 | 54 students
Christian
3523 W Hill St
Peoria, IL 61605
(309) 279-5753

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 61605, IL?
The top ranked private schools in 61605, IL include King's Kids/south Side Mission and Christ Lutheran School.
How many private schools are located in 61605?
4 private schools are located in 61605.
What percentage of students in 61605 go to private school?
9% of all K-12 students in 61605 are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 61605?
100% of private schools in 61605 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).

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