For the 2026 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 457 students in 61354, IL (there are , serving 966 public students). 32% of all K-12 students in 61354, IL are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
The top-ranked private school in 61354, IL is St. Bede Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 93%, which is higher than the Illinois private school average acceptance rate of 85%.
100% of private schools in 61354, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
Top-Ranked 61354 Illinois 草榴社区 Schools (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
St. Bede Academy ![St. Bede Academy Photo]( "St. Bede Academy Photo")
(Catholic)
24 W Us Highway 6
Peru, IL 61354
(815) 223-3140
Peru, IL 61354
(815) 223-3140
Gr: 9-12 | 282 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 18 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Peru Catholic School
(Catholic)
2003 5th St
Peru, IL 61354
(815) 224-1914
Peru, IL 61354
(815) 224-1914
Gr: PK-8 | 175 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked private schools in 61354, IL?
The top-ranked private schools in 61354, IL is St. Bede Academy.
How many private schools are located in 61354?
2 private schools are located in 61354.
What percentage of students in 61354 go to private school?
32% of all K-12 students in 61354 are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 61354?
100% of private schools in 61354 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
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