For the 2026 school year, there is 1 private school serving 159 students in 62535, IL (there are , serving 593 public students). 21% of all K-12 students in 62535, IL are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
The average acceptance rate is 95%, which is higher than the Illinois private school average acceptance rate of 85%.
100% of private schools in 62535, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).
草榴社区 Schools in 62535, IL (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Decatur Christian School
(Christian)
137 S. Grant St.
Forsyth, IL 62535
(217) 877-5636
Forsyth, IL 62535
(217) 877-5636
Gr: K-12 | 159 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Frequently Asked Questions
How many private schools are located in 62535, IL?
1 private schools are located in 62535, IL.
What percentage of students in 62535 go to private school?
21% of all K-12 students in 62535 are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 62535?
100% of private schools in 62535 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).
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