For the 2026 school year, there are 6 private schools serving 2,100 students in 60642, IL (there are , serving 3,635 public students). 36% of all K-12 students in 60642, IL are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
The top-ranked private schools in 60642, IL include Holy Trinity High School, British International School of Chicago, Lincoln Park, and Bennett Day School.
The average acceptance rate is 76%, which is lower than the Illinois private school average acceptance rate of 85%.
17% of private schools in 60642, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
Top-Ranked 60642 Illinois 草榴社区 Schools (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1010 W Chicago Avenue
Chicago, IL 60642
(312) 421-0202
Chicago, IL 60642
(312) 421-0202
Gr: 9-12 | 137 students Avg. class size: 20 students Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Fusion Academy Lincoln Park ![Fusion Academy Lincoln Park Photo]( "Fusion Academy Lincoln Park Photo")
Special Program Emphasis
1440 N. Dayton Street, Suite 104
Chicago, IL 60642
(877) 673-8893
Chicago, IL 60642
(877) 673-8893
Gr: 6-12 | 40 students Tuition listed
955 W. Grand Ave.
Chicago, IL 60642
(312) 236-6388
Chicago, IL 60642
(312) 236-6388
Gr: PK-12 | 431 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
814 & 821 W. Eastman Street
Chicago, IL 60642
(773) 907-5000
Chicago, IL 60642
(773) 907-5000
Gr: PK-5 | 670 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 19 | Extracurrculars: 15 Tuition listed
1443 W Division Street
Chicago, IL 60642
(773) 278-4212
Chicago, IL 60642
(773) 278-4212
Gr: 9-12 | 318 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 27 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Near North Montessori ![Near North Montessori Photo - An engaged learner in our Primary Class for children ages 3 years to 6 years, is receiving a lesson with a Montessori material known as the brown stair. The brown stair helps children develop their awareness of size differences]( "Near North Montessori Photo - An engaged learner in our Primary Class for children ages 3 years to 6 years, is receiving a lesson with a Montessori material known as the brown stair. The brown stair helps children develop their awareness of size differences")
Montessori School
1434 W Division Street
Chicago, IL 60642
(773) 384-1434
Chicago, IL 60642
(773) 384-1434
Gr: NS-8 | 504 students Avg. class size: 27 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition listed
60642, Illinois 草榴社区 Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
St. Stanislaus Kostka School (Closed 2026)
(Catholic)
1255 N Noble St
Chicago, IL 60642
(773) 278-4560
Chicago, IL 60642
(773) 278-4560
Gr: PK-8 | 195 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked private schools in 60642, IL?
The top-ranked private schools in 60642, IL include Holy Trinity High School, British International School of Chicago, Lincoln Park, and Bennett Day School.
How many private schools are located in 60642?
6 private schools are located in 60642.
How diverse are private schools in 60642?
60642 private schools are approximately 51% minority students, which is higher than the Illinois private school average of 34%.
What percentage of students in 60642 go to private school?
36% of all K-12 students in 60642 are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 60642?
17% of private schools in 60642 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
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