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The average private preschool in Illinois has 161 students (2026-27).

The largest private preschool in Illinois is University of Chicago Laboratory Schools, with 2,212 students.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# IL Schools Ranked: 1,133
Top 20 Range (Students): 688鈥�2,212
IL School Avg.: 161
National School Avg.: 187

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# IL Schools Ranked: 1,133
Top 20 Range (Students): 688鈥�2,212
IL School Avg.: 161
National School Avg.: 187

Illinois Average Students Per School (Trends)

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Year	Illinois (IL) avg
2025	160
2024	158
2023	164
2022	168
2021	164
2020	159
2019	166
2018	165
2017	167
2016	165
2015	156

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Show school map 鈥� Illinois (students range: 688鈥�2,212, avg 161)

School Size Range: 543 2,212 Avg. School Size: 776

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Illinois average private preschools student size?

The Illinois average private preschools student size is 161 for 2026-27.

What are the private preschools with the largest student size in Illinois?

The top ranked private preschools in Illinois include University of Chicago Laboratory Schools, Timothy Christian Schools and The Latin School Of Chicago.

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