For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 492 students in Olney, IL (there are , serving 2,182 public students). 18% of all K-12 students in Olney, IL are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
The top ranked private schools in Olney, IL include St. Joseph's Catholic Church and St. Joseph School.
100% of private schools in Olney, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
Top Ranked Olney ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools (2025-26)
School
Location
Quick Facts
St. Joseph School
(Catholic)
520 E Chestnut Street
Olney, IL 62450
(618) 395-3081
Olney, IL 62450
(618) 395-3081
Gr: PK-8 | 245 students Sports: 3 Tuition listed
St. Joseph's Catholic Church
(Catholic)
220 S Elliott St
Olney, IL 62450
(618) 395-3081
Olney, IL 62450
(618) 395-3081
Gr: PK-8 | 247 students
Olney, Illinois ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
East Orchard Christian Academy (Closed 2025)
(Christian)
5014 N Illinois 130
Olney, IL 62450
(618) 392-0300
Olney, IL 62450
(618) 392-0300
Gr: PK-8 | 130 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in Olney, IL?
The top ranked private schools in Olney, IL include St. Joseph's Catholic Church and St. Joseph School.
How many private schools are located in Olney?
2 private schools are located in Olney.
What percentage of students in Olney go to private school?
18% of all K-12 students in Olney are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Olney?
100% of private schools in Olney are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
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