For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 190 students in Carbondale, IL (there are , serving 3,515 public students). 5% of all K-12 students in Carbondale, IL are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
The top ranked private school in Carbondale, IL is Trinity Christian School.
The average acceptance rate is 90%, which is higher than the Illinois private school average acceptance rate of 84%.
33% of private schools in Carbondale, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).
Top Ranked Carbondale ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools (2025-26)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1218 West Freeman St.
Carbondale, IL 62901
(618) 529-3733
Carbondale, IL 62901
(618) 529-3733
Gr: PK-11 | 128 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
900 S. Brehm Lane
Carbondale, IL 62901
(618) 457-0371
Carbondale, IL 62901
(618) 457-0371
Gr: 6-12 | 30 students Avg. class size: 5 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition listed
1302 E Pleasant Hill Rd
Carbondale, IL 62902
(618) 457-4765
Carbondale, IL 62902
(618) 457-4765
Gr: PK-4 | 32 students Avg. class size: 12 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in Carbondale, IL?
The top ranked private schools in Carbondale, IL is Trinity Christian School.
How many private schools are located in Carbondale?
3 private schools are located in Carbondale.
What percentage of students in Carbondale go to private school?
5% of all K-12 students in Carbondale are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Carbondale?
33% of private schools in Carbondale are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).
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