Brehm Preparatory School
Trinity Christian School Top 8 · Highest % Faculty w/ Adv. Degrees (IL)

Best 62901 Illinois Private Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 158 students in 62901, IL (there are 6 public schools, serving 2,671 public students). 6% of all K-12 students in 62901, IL are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
The top ranked private school in 62901, IL is Trinity Christian School.
The average acceptance rate is 90%, which is higher than the Illinois private school average acceptance rate of 85%.
50% of private schools in 62901, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked 62901 Illinois Private Schools (2026-27)

Trinity Christian School Photo
Gr: PK-11 | 128 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 6
Christian
1218 West Freeman St.
Carbondale, IL 62901
(618) 529-3733
(2)
Brehm Preparatory School Photo
Gr: 6-12 | 30 students
Avg. class size: 5 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 10
Special Education School
900 S. Brehm Lane
Carbondale, IL 62901
(618) 457-0371
(3)

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 62901, IL?
The top ranked private schools in 62901, IL is Trinity Christian School.
How many private schools are located in 62901?
2 private schools are located in 62901.
What percentage of students in 62901 go to private school?
6% of all K-12 students in 62901 are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 62901?
50% of private schools in 62901 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).

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