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Best 62521 Illinois ÌÇÐÄÔ­´´s (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 383 students in 62521, IL (there are , serving 4,659 public students). 8% of all K-12 students in 62521, IL are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
The top ranked private schools in 62521, IL include Hillside Bethel Christian School, Prairie Flower Montessori School, and Holy Family Catholic School.
The average acceptance rate is 40%, which is lower than the Illinois private school average acceptance rate of 89%.
67% of private schools in 62521, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Pentecostal and Catholic).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked 62521 Illinois ÌÇÐÄÔ­´´s (2026-27)

Map of Hillside Bethel Christian School
Gr: PK-10 | 17 students
Pentecostal
3575 E Greenhill Rd
Decatur, IL 62521
(217) 429-5590
Map of Holy Family Catholic School
Gr: PK-8 | 274 students
Catholic
2400 S Franklin Street Rd
Decatur, IL 62521
(217) 423-7049
Prairie Flower Montessori School Photo
Gr: PK-K | 92 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Extracurriculars: 1
Montessori School
3130 Turpin Road
Decatur, IL 62521
(217) 423-5200
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62521, Illinois ÌÇÐÄÔ­´´s (Closed)

Map of St. James School
Gr: K-8 | 106 students
Catholic
249 S Webster Street
Decatur, IL 62521
(217) 422-7031

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 62521, IL?
The top ranked private schools in 62521, IL include Hillside Bethel Christian School, Prairie Flower Montessori School, and Holy Family Catholic School.
How many private schools are located in 62521?
3 private schools are located in 62521.
What percentage of students in 62521 go to private school?
8% of all K-12 students in 62521 are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 62521?
67% of private schools in 62521 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Pentecostal and Catholic).

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