For the 2026 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 408 students in 62801, IL (there are , serving 2,747 public students). 13% of all K-12 students in 62801, IL are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
The top-ranked private schools in 62801, IL include St. Mary School and New Horizon Christian School.
100% of private schools in 62801, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Lutheran Church Missouri Synod and Christian).
Top-Ranked 62801 Illinois 草榴社区 Schools (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
New Horizon Christian School
(Christian)
12 Greenview Church Road
Centralia, IL 62801
(618) 533-6910
Centralia, IL 62801
(618) 533-6910
Gr: K-8 | 125 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 1
St. Mary School ![St. Mary School Photo]( "St. Mary School Photo")
(Catholic)
424 E. Broadway
Centralia, IL 62801
(618) 532-3473
Centralia, IL 62801
(618) 532-3473
Gr: PK-8 | 114 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 6 Tuition listed
Christ Our Rock Lutheran High School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
9545 Shatuc Rd
Centralia, IL 62801
(618) 226-3315
Centralia, IL 62801
(618) 226-3315
Gr: 9-12 | 108 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 10
Trinity Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
203 S Pleasant Ave
Centralia, IL 62801
(618) 532-5434
Centralia, IL 62801
(618) 532-5434
Gr: PK-8 | 61 students Tuition listed
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked private schools in 62801, IL?
The top-ranked private schools in 62801, IL include St. Mary School and New Horizon Christian School.
How many private schools are located in 62801?
4 private schools are located in 62801.
What percentage of students in 62801 go to private school?
13% of all K-12 students in 62801 are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 62801?
100% of private schools in 62801 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Lutheran Church Missouri Synod and Christian).
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