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Best Illinois 草榴社区 Schools Belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 151 private schools belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) serving 17,586 students in Illinois. You can also find more schools membership associations in Illinois.
The top ranked private schools belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) in Illinois include The Chicago Academy For The Arts, St. Josaphat School, and St. Pius V School.
The average tuition cost is $15,572, which is higher than the Illinois private school average tuition cost of $12,436.
32% of private schools belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) in Illinois are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # 草榴社区 Schools: 151

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # 草榴社区 Schools: 151

Top Ranked 草榴社区 Schools Belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) in Illinois (2026-27)

The Chicago Academy For The Arts Photo
The Chicago Academy For The Arts
Gr: 9-12 | 102 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Extracurriculars: 9
Specialized Curriculum
1010 W Chicago Avenue
Chicago, IL 60642
(312) 421-0202
(8)
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Chesterbrook Academy Preschool of Bartlett Photo
Chesterbrook Academy Preschool of Bartlett
Gr: NS-PK | 15 students
Daycare / Preschool
1450 Quincy Bridge Rd
Bartlett, IL 60103
(484) 573-6291
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Chesterbrook Academy Preschool of Wheaton Photo
Chesterbrook Academy Preschool of Wheaton
Gr: NS-PK | 46 students
Daycare / Preschool
275 W Loop Rd
Wheaton, IL 60189
(484) 939-8305
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Chiaravalle Montessori Photo
Chiaravalle Montessori
Gr: NS-8 | 315 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 11
Montessori School
425 Dempster St
Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 864-2190
(12)
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Map of Chicago State Univ Child Care Center
Chicago State Univ Child Care Center
Gr: NS | 120 students
Daycare / Preschool
9501 S King Drive # 101
Chicago, IL 60628
(773) 995-2556
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Map of Frances Xavier Warde School
Frances Xavier Warde School
Gr: PK-8 | 845 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 5
Catholic
120 S Desplaines Street
Chicago, IL 60661
(312) 268-2544
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The Goddard School Photo
The Goddard School
Gr: NS-K
Daycare / Preschool
801 S. Arbor Vitae
Edwardsville, IL 62025
(618) 692-9464
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Map of Immaculate Conception - St. Joseph School
Immaculate Conception - St. Joseph School
Gr: PK-8 | 272 students
Sports: 5
Catholic
1431 N North Park Ave
Chicago, IL 60610
(312) 944-0304
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Map of Immaculate Conception School
Immaculate Conception School
Gr: PK-8 | 442 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Catholic
7263 W Talcott Ave
Chicago, IL 60631
(773) 775-0545
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Immaculate Conception School - St. Joseph School Photo
Immaculate Conception School - St. Joseph School
Gr: PK-8 | 271 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 14
Catholic
Prekindergarten - Grade 3: 1431 N. North Park Avenue; Grades 4- 8, Tot Program: 363 W. Hill Street
Chicago, IL 60610
(312) 944-0304
(8)
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Map of Lake Shore Schools
Lake Shore Schools
Gr: NS-K | 292 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
5611 N Clark St
Chicago, IL 60660
(773) 561-6707
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Map of Lutheran Day Nursery Of Chicago
Lutheran Day Nursery Of Chicago
Gr: NS-PK | 51 students
Daycare / Preschool (Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (formerly AELC, ALC, or LCA))
1802 N Fairfield Avenue
Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 486-4222
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Map of Noonan Academy
Noonan Academy
Gr: PK-8 | 330 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 2 | Extracurriculars: 11
Catholic
19131 Henry Dr
Mokena, IL 60448
(708) 479-8988
(1)
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Map of Northeastern Il Univ Childcare
Northeastern Il Univ Childcare
Gr: NS-PK | 87 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Daycare / Preschool
5500 N Saint Louis Avenue
Chicago, IL 60625
(773) 442-4540
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Map of Old St. Marys School
Old St. Marys School
Gr: PK-8 | 505 students
Avg. class size: 25 students
Sports: 3
Catholic
1474 S Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60605
(312) 386-1560
(2)
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Map of Penny Lane School
Penny Lane School
Gr: PK-K | 255 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Daycare / Preschool
10255 Ridgeland Ave Ste C
Chicago Ridge, IL 60415
(708) 425-4233
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Plato Academy Photo
Plato Academy
Gr: PK-8 | 127 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
915 Lee Street
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 768-7188
(2)
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Prince Of Peace Preschool Photo
Prince Of Peace Preschool
Gr: PK | 70 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Daycare / Preschool (Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (formerly AELC, ALC, or LCA))
930 West Higgins Rd
Schaumburg, IL 60195
(847) 885-7036
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Map of Queen Of All Saints
Queen Of All Saints
Gr: PK-8 | 540 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 10 | Extracurriculars: 12
Catholic
6230 N Lemont Ave
Chicago, IL 60646
(773) 736-0567
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Map of Rose Hall Montessori School
Rose Hall Montessori School
Gr: PK-K | 118 students
Montessori School
1140 Wilmette Ave
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 256-2002
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) in Illinois?
The top ranked private schools belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) in Illinois include The Chicago Academy For The Arts, St. Josaphat School, and St. Pius V School.
How many private schools belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) are located in Illinois?
151 private schools belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) are located in Illinois.
How much do private schools belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) cost in Illinois?
The average tuition cost is $15,572, which is higher than the Illinois private school average tuition cost of $12,436.
How diverse are private schools belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) in Illinois?
Illinois private schools belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) are approximately 46% minority students, which is higher than the Illinois private school average of 34%.
What percentage of private schools belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) are religiously affiliated in Illinois?
32% of private schools belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) in Illinois are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).
151
草榴社区 Schools
17,586
Students
$15,572
Avg. Tuition
46%
Students of Color
16:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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