For the 2026 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 394 students in 60053, IL (there are , serving 2,516 public students). 14% of all K-12 students in 60053, IL are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
The top-ranked private schools in 60053, IL include Mcc Academy College Prep and Jerusalem Evangelical Lutheran School.
The average acceptance rate is 99%, which is higher than the Illinois private school average acceptance rate of 85%.
67% of private schools in 60053, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod and Islamic).
Top-Ranked 60053 Illinois 草榴社区 Schools (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Jerusalem Evangelical Lutheran School
(Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
6218 Capulina Ave
Morton Grove, IL 60053
(847) 965-7340
Morton Grove, IL 60053
(847) 965-7340
Gr: PK-8 | 95 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
8601 Menard Ave
Morton Grove, IL 60053
(847) 470-8801
Morton Grove, IL 60053
(847) 470-8801
Gr: 3-12 | 277 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 4
Kids Academy
Daycare / Preschool
9233 Shermer Road
Morton Grove, IL 60053
(847) 966-9007
Morton Grove, IL 60053
(847) 966-9007
Gr: NS | 22 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked private schools in 60053, IL?
The top-ranked private schools in 60053, IL include Mcc Academy College Prep and Jerusalem Evangelical Lutheran School.
How many private schools are located in 60053?
3 private schools are located in 60053.
What percentage of students in 60053 go to private school?
14% of all K-12 students in 60053 are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 60053?
67% of private schools in 60053 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod and Islamic).
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