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Best 61081 Illinois ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 441 students in 61081, IL (there are , serving 3,253 public students). 12% of all K-12 students in 61081, IL are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
The top ranked private school in 61081, IL is Newman Central Catholic High School.
The average acceptance rate is 100%, which is higher than the Illinois private school average acceptance rate of 85%.
100% of private schools in 61081, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked 61081 Illinois ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools (2026-27)

Map of Newman Central Catholic High School
Newman Central Catholic High School
Gr: 9-12 | 203 students
Avg. class size: 28 students
Sports: 14 | Extracurriculars: 4
Catholic
1101 W 23rd St
Sterling, IL 61081
(815) 625-0500
(1)
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Christ Lutheran School
Gr: PK-8 | 50 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
2000 18th Ave
Sterling, IL 61081
(815) 625-3800
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Map of St. Mary Grade School
St. Mary Grade School
Gr: PK-8 | 188 students
Catholic
6 W 6th St
Sterling, IL 61081
(815) 625-2253
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 61081, IL?
The top ranked private schools in 61081, IL is Newman Central Catholic High School.
How many private schools are located in 61081?
3 private schools are located in 61081.
What percentage of students in 61081 go to private school?
12% of all K-12 students in 61081 are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 61081?
100% of private schools in 61081 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).

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