For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 457 students in 61354, IL (there are , serving 945 public students). 33% of all K-12 students in 61354, IL are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
The top ranked private school in 61354, IL is St. Bede Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 93%, which is higher than the Illinois private school average acceptance rate of 84%.
100% of private schools in 61354, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
Top Ranked 61354 Illinois ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools (2025-26)
School
Location
Quick Facts
St. Bede Academy![St. Bede Academy Photo]( "St. Bede Academy Photo")
(Catholic)
24 W Us Highway 6
Peru, IL 61354
(815) 223-3140
Peru, IL 61354
(815) 223-3140
Gr: 9-12 | 282 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 18 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Peru Catholic School
(Catholic)
2003 5th St
Peru, IL 61354
(815) 224-1914
Peru, IL 61354
(815) 224-1914
Gr: PK-8 | 175 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in 61354, IL?
The top ranked private schools in 61354, IL is St. Bede Academy.
How many private schools are located in 61354?
2 private schools are located in 61354.
What percentage of students in 61354 go to private school?
33% of all K-12 students in 61354 are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 61354?
100% of private schools in 61354 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
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