For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 private elementary schools serving 669 students in 61603, IL.
The top ranked private elementary schools in 61603, IL include Peoria Christian School and Kiefer School.
The average acceptance rate is 62%, which is lower than the Illinois private elementary school average acceptance rate of 85%.
50% of private elementary schools in 61603, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Other).
Top Ranked 61603 Illinois ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Kiefer School
Special Education School
404 NE Madison
Peoria, IL 61603
(309) 687-7236
Peoria, IL 61603
(309) 687-7236
Gr: 1-12 | 72 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
3506 N California Avenue
Peoria, IL 61603
(309) 686-4500
Peoria, IL 61603
(309) 686-4500
Gr: PK-12 | 597 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 13 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
61603, Illinois ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Methodist Family Child Care (Closed 2025)
Daycare / Preschool
415 Ne Saint Mark Ct Ste 1
Peoria, IL 61603
(309) 671-5153
Peoria, IL 61603
(309) 671-5153
Gr: PK-K | 57 students Avg. class size: 14 students Tuition listed
St. Bernard School (Closed 2004)
(Catholic)
512 East Kansas Street
Peoria, IL 61603
(309) 682-5823
Peoria, IL 61603
(309) 682-5823
Gr: PK-8 | 79 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private elementary schools in 61603, IL?
The top ranked private elementary schools in 61603, IL include Peoria Christian School and Kiefer School.
How many private elementary schools are located in 61603?
2 private elementary schools are located in 61603.
What percentage of private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in 61603?
50% of private elementary schools in 61603 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Other).
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