For the 2026 school year, there are 4 private elementary schools serving 872 students in 60305, IL.
The top-ranked private elementary schools in 60305, IL include St. Vincent Ferrer Elementary School, St. Luke School, and Grace Lutheran School.
The average acceptance rate is 98%, which is higher than the Illinois private elementary school average acceptance rate of 85%.
75% of private elementary schools in 60305, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Other Lutheran).
Top-Ranked 60305 Illinois 草榴社区 Elementary Schools (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
7300 Division Street
River Forest, IL 60305
(708) 366-6901
River Forest, IL 60305
(708) 366-6901
Gr: PK-8 | 183 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 11 Tuition listed
St. Luke School ![St. Luke School Photo St. Luke School Photo]()

(Catholic)
519 Ashland Ave
River Forest, IL 60305
(708) 366-8587
River Forest, IL 60305
(708) 366-8587
Gr: PK-8 | 326 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Vincent Ferrer Elementary School ![St. Vincent Ferrer Elementary School Photo - SVF wants you to join us! St. Vincent Ferrer Elementary School Photo - SVF wants you to join us!]()

(Catholic)
1515 Lathrop Ave
River Forest, IL 60305
(708) 771-5905
River Forest, IL 60305
(708) 771-5905
Gr: PK-8 | 268 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
7415 North Ave
River Forest, IL 60305
(708) 366-1080
River Forest, IL 60305
(708) 366-1080
Gr: PK-8 | 95 students Tuition listed
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked private elementary schools in 60305, IL?
The top-ranked private elementary schools in 60305, IL include St. Vincent Ferrer Elementary School, St. Luke School, and Grace Lutheran School.
How many private elementary schools are located in 60305?
4 private elementary schools are located in 60305.
What percentage of private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in 60305?
75% of private elementary schools in 60305 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Other Lutheran).
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