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Best Elmhurst ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Preschools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 8 private preschools serving 2,846 students in Elmhurst, IL.
The top ranked private preschools in Elmhurst, IL include Immanuel Lutheran, Visitation School, and Immaculate Conception Grade School.
The average acceptance rate is 70%, which is lower than the Illinois private preschool average acceptance rate of 86%.
63% of private preschools in Elmhurst, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Top Ranked Elmhurst ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Preschools (2025-26)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Immaculate Conception Grade School
Immaculate Conception Grade School Photo - ICGS is MORE than a school. We are a family.
(Catholic)
(2)
132 W Arthur St
Elmhurst, IL 60126
(630) 530-3490
Gr: PK-8 | 466 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 19 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Immanuel Lutheran
Immanuel Lutheran Photo
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
(2)
148 E 3rd Street
Elmhurst, IL 60126
(630) 832-9302
Gr: PK-7 | 338 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Timothy Christian Schools
Timothy Christian Schools Photo
(Christian)
(34)
188 W Butterfield Rd
Elmhurst, IL 60126
(630) 833-4616
Gr: PK-12 | 1,269 student Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 15 | Extracurrculars: 21 Tuition listed
Visitation School
(Catholic)
851 S York St
Elmhurst, IL 60126
(630) 834-4931
Gr: PK-8 | 417 students Acceptance rate listed
Elmhurst Academy of Early Learning
Elmhurst Academy of Early Learning Photo - International Mud Day exploration
Daycare / Preschool
(2)
212 West Lake Street
Elmhurst, IL 60126
(630) 279-2494
Gr: NS-K | 102 students Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition listed
Elmhurst KinderCare
Elmhurst KinderCare Photo - We provide independent two-year-olds opportunities to express themselves through art, movement, drama, and music.
Daycare / Preschool
556 W North Ave.
Elmhurst, IL 60126
(630) 832-3153
Gr: NS-PK | 179 students
Pythagoras Childrens Academy
Pythagoras Childrens Academy Photo
(Greek Orthodox)
893 N Church Rd
Elmhurst, IL 60126
(630) 834-0477
Gr: PK-3 | 70 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition listed
Wilson Montessori Academy
Daycare / Preschool
136 W Vallette St Ste 8
Elmhurst, IL 60126
(630) 279-5300
Gr: K | 5 students Avg. class size: 21 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private preschools in Elmhurst, IL?
The top ranked private preschools in Elmhurst, IL include Immanuel Lutheran, Visitation School, and Immaculate Conception Grade School.
How many private preschools are located in Elmhurst?
8 private preschools are located in Elmhurst.
How diverse are private preschools in Elmhurst?
Elmhurst private preschools are approximately 13% minority students, which is lower than the Illinois private school average of 33%.
What percentage of private preschools are religiously affiliated in Elmhurst?
63% of private preschools in Elmhurst are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).
Which private preschools in Elmhurst are often viewed compared to one another?

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