62650 Illinois Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 646 students in 62650, IL (there are 17 public schools, serving 3,122 public students). 17% of all K-12 students in 62650, IL are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
The top ranked private schools in 62650, IL include Routt Catholic High School, Our Saviour School, and Salem Lutheran School.
The average acceptance rate is 100%, which is higher than the Illinois private school average acceptance rate of 89%.
100% of private schools in 62650, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked 62650 Illinois Private Schools (2026-27)

Map of Our Saviour School
Gr: NS-8 | 337 students
Catholic
455 E State St
Jacksonville, IL 62650
(217) 243-8621
Map of Routt Catholic High School
Gr: 9-12 | 124 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 10
Catholic
500 E College Ave
Jacksonville, IL 62650
(217) 243-8563
Map of Salem Lutheran School
Gr: PK-8 | 58 students
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
222 E Beecher Ave
Jacksonville, IL 62650
(217) 243-3419
Map of Westfair Christian Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 127 students
Sports: 4
Baptist
14 Clarke Dr
Jacksonville, IL 62650
(217) 243-7100
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 62650, IL?
The top ranked private schools in 62650, IL include Routt Catholic High School, Our Saviour School, and Salem Lutheran School.
How many private schools are located in 62650?
4 private schools are located in 62650.
What percentage of students in 62650 go to private school?
17% of all K-12 students in 62650 are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 62650?
100% of private schools in 62650 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).

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