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Best Winnetka ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 5 private schools serving 1,076 students in Winnetka, IL (there are , serving 5,974 public students). 15% of all K-12 students in Winnetka, IL are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
The average acceptance rate is 100%, which is higher than the Illinois private school average acceptance rate of 85%.
40% of private schools in Winnetka, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Top-Ranked Winnetka ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Brightmont Academy - Northfield
Brightmont Academy - Northfield Photo - Brightmont Academy Northfield team creates a welcoming environment for all students.
Special Program Emphasis
1799 Willow Road
Winnetka, IL 60093
(224) 518-0074
Gr: 1-12 Avg. class size: 1 student Tuition listed
Hyde Park Day School - Northfield campus
Hyde Park Day School - Northfield campus Photo
Special Education School
(1)
1980 Old Willow Rd
Winnetka, IL 60093
(847) 446-7025
Gr: 1-8 | 54 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition listed
310 Green Bay Rd
Winnetka, IL 60093
(847) 446-0674
Gr: PK-12 | 520 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 12 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
Sacred Heart School
Sacred Heart School Photo
(Catholic)
(8)
1095 Gage Street
Winnetka, IL 60093
(847) 446-0005
Gr: PK-8 | 230 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
180 Ridge Ave
Winnetka, IL 60093
(847) 446-0031
Gr: PK-8 | 272 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 7
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Winnetka, Illinois ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
French School (Closed 2025)
Special Program Emphasis
562 Green Bay Rd
Winnetka, IL 60093
(847) 501-5800
Gr: PK-K | 37 students

Overview

This Town (Winnetka)
This State (IL)
# Schools
5 Schools

Student Body:

# Students
1,076 Students
251,369 Students
% Average Students of Color
8%
34%

Academics and Faculty:

# Teachers
148 Teachers
18,876 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
70%
53%
Average Class Size
11 students
16 students
Average Number of AP Courses
18 courses
11 courses
Average SAT score
1350
(Out of 1600)
1259
Average ACT score
31
(Out of 36)
25

Tuition and Acceptance Rate:

Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$26,247
$12,511
Average Summer Program Cost
$950
$961
Average % on Financial Aid
12%
34%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$25,940
$4,172
Average Acceptance Rate
100%
85%
Average Endowment Size
$35 million
$49.81 million

Students by Ethnicity:

0.41
0.66
# American Indian Students
n/a
605 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
n/a
# Asian Students
25 Students
10,480 Students
% Asian Students
2%
4%
# Hispanic Students
14 Students
25,032 Students
% Hispanic Students
1%
10%
# Black Students
23 Students
21,046 Students
% Black Students
2%
9%
# White Students
807 Students
128,862 Students
% White Students
75%
51%
# Hawaiian Students
1 Student
338 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
% of Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
# Others Students
212 Students
65,495 Students
% of Others Students
20%
26%
All Ethnic Groups

Extracurriculars and Sports:

Average Number of Extracurriculars
6 extracurriculars
9 extracurriculars
Average Number of Sports
9 sports
6 sports

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked private schools in Winnetka, IL?
How many private schools are located in Winnetka?
5 private schools are located in Winnetka.
How diverse are private schools in Winnetka?
Winnetka private schools are approximately 8% minority students, which is lower than the Illinois private school average of 34%.
What percentage of students in Winnetka go to private school?
15% of all K-12 students in Winnetka are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Winnetka?
40% of private schools in Winnetka are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
Which private schools in Winnetka are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of private schools in Winnetka include: The School Of Saints Faith, Hope & Charity vs. Sacred Heart School

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