For the 2026 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 153 students in 62863, IL (there are , serving 1,382 public students). 10% of all K-12 students in 62863, 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 84%.
100% of private schools in 62863, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Church of God and Catholic).
草榴社区 Schools in 62863, IL (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
6484 Hwy 11
Mount Carmel, IL 62863
(618) 299-8671
Mount Carmel, IL 62863
(618) 299-8671
Gr: PK-6 | 24 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Mary Catholic School
(Catholic)
417 Chestnut St
Mount Carmel, IL 62863
(618) 263-3183
Mount Carmel, IL 62863
(618) 263-3183
Gr: PK-8 | 129 students Tuition listed
Frequently Asked Questions
How many private schools are located in 62863, IL?
2 private schools are located in 62863, IL.
What percentage of students in 62863 go to private school?
10% of all K-12 students in 62863 are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 62863?
100% of private schools in 62863 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Church of God and Catholic).
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