For the 2024 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 292 students in Richland County, IL (there are 3 public schools, serving 2,236 public students). 12% of all K-12 students in Richland County, IL are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
Private Schools in Richland County (2024)
School
Location
Grades
Students
East Orchard Christian Academy
(Christian)
5014 N Illinois 130
Olney, IL 62450
(618) 392-0300
Olney, IL 62450
(618) 392-0300
Grades: PK-8
| 51 students
St. Joseph's Catholic Church
(Catholic)
220 S Elliott St
Olney, IL 62450
(618) 395-3081
Olney, IL 62450
(618) 395-3081
Grades: PK-8
| 241 students
Frequently Asked Questions
How many private schools are located in Richland County, IL?
2 private schools are located in Richland County, IL.
What percentage of students in Richland County, IL go to private school?
12% of all K-12 students in Richland County, IL are educated in private schools (compared to the IL state average of 12%).
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