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Best 62269 Illinois Private Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 private schools serving 892 students in 62269, IL (there are 13 public schools, serving 7,607 public students). 10% of all K-12 students in 62269, IL are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
The top ranked private schools in 62269, IL include St. Clare Catholic School and First Baptist Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 88%, which is higher than the Illinois private school average acceptance rate of 85%.
40% of private schools in 62269, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Baptist).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked 62269 Illinois Private Schools (2026-27)

Map of First Baptist Academy
First Baptist Academy
Gr: K-12 | 281 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 5
Baptist
1111 E Highway 50
O Fallon, IL 62269
(618) 726-6040
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Map of St. Clare Catholic School
St. Clare Catholic School
Gr: PK-8 | 467 students
Catholic
214 W 3rd St
O Fallon, IL 62269
(618) 632-6327
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Map of Discovery School
Discovery School
Gr: NS-PK | 85 students
Daycare / Preschool
810 Obernuefemann Road
O Fallon, IL 62269
(618) 632-3670
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Map of Elite Scholars Steam Academy
Elite Scholars Steam Academy
Gr: PK-8 | 59 students
Specialized Curriculum
323 Benedictine Ct
O Fallon, IL 62269
(618) 726-2022
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The Goddard School Photo
The Goddard School
Gr: NS-K
Daycare / Preschool
1160 Fortune Boulevard
O Fallon, IL 62269
(618) 624-2750
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 62269, IL?
The top ranked private schools in 62269, IL include St. Clare Catholic School and First Baptist Academy.
How many private schools are located in 62269?
5 private schools are located in 62269.
How diverse are private schools in 62269?
62269 private schools are approximately 12% minority students, which is lower than the Illinois private school average of 34%.
What percentage of students in 62269 go to private school?
10% of all K-12 students in 62269 are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 62269?
40% of private schools in 62269 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Baptist).

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