Immanuel Lutheran School

300 Pathway Ct Crystal Lake, IL 60014
www.immanuelcl.org

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top Ranked IL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 233 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $7,535
  • Average class size: 22 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top Ranked IL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 233 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $7,535
  • Average class size: 22 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Rankings

Immanuel Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:

Category
Attribute
School History

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
1870
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
233 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
12%
State avg.: 34%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
22 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
uniform shirts and dress style pants

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
discounts for Immanuel Church members
Admissions Director
Carole Fiesman
Admissions Associate
Julie Kearley
Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered
5 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
Band ProgramChildrens Choir
Musical Theater


Recreational Athletic Programs:
UPWARD Basketball

School Notes

  • Immanuel Lutheran School, as a ministry of Immanuel Lutheran Church and in cooperation with congregation and community families, strives to prepare its students for the academic, social and spiritual challenges they will face.
  • With support from church and family, we create a Christ-centered environment that encourages children to creatively develop their God-given academic, physical and spiritual gifts as they grow into responsible young Christians.
  • Teachers, students and parents work together to learn, grow and to be God's hands and feet here on earth.
  • Each child is encouraged and nurtured to develop his or her abilities fully and completely to God's glory.
  • Children are loved and cherished as very special gifts from God at Immanuel.
  • It is the goal of Immanuel's program to produce confident young Christian role models who reflect the love of Jesus Christ in the families, congregations and communities in which they live and serve.
  • School Motto: Christ-Centered/Relationally Driven/Academic Excellence
  • School Mascot: Panthers
  • State of the art school building opened in September 2009
  • On-line student management system allows for parental access and communication
  • Extended-time after school child care program
  • Busing available through Crystal Lake District 47
  • Optional band instruction starting in grade 4
  • Hot lunch program
  • Educational over night field trip for students in grade 6, 7, & 8
  • Weekly chapel worship
  • Technology instruction integrated into curriculum
  • Interscholastic athletics in grade 5 - 8 - volleyball, cross country, basketball, and track
  • Advanced math class placement for qualified students
  • Library resources and research tools available on on-line
  • Tuition assistance available based on family financial need
  • After school enrichment programs available
  • I-9 (US Department of Immigration) certified
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Immanuel Lutheran School cost?
Immanuel Lutheran School's tuition is approximately $7,535 for private students.
What sports does Immanuel Lutheran School offer?
Immanuel Lutheran School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Immanuel Lutheran School's ranking?
Immanuel Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Immanuel Lutheran School?
The application deadline for Immanuel Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (4 reviews)
5  
I am a retired private school teacher and principal of 40 years who has had the opportunity to substitute teach at Immanuel. Immanuel is a wonderful, loving, Christ-centered school. The loving Christian atmosphere goes hand in hand with the high academic expectations and achievements. I have been impressed not only with the excellent teachers but also with the wonderful students. I have subbed mostly in the middle school and have always found the students to be respectful, cooperative and fun. Especially rewarding is the way they get along with each other and respect each other and their teachers. Great school. Highly recommended.
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5  
We've been at Immanuel Lutheran School in Crystal Lake and we love it. The pre-school and pre-k program is phenomenal. We always feel informed and included. Mrs. Fiesman is a wonderful educator who genuinely cares for her students.
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5  
We have been a part of Immanuel Lutheran School for 12 years. This is a place where my children grow academically and spiritually. The teachers sincerely care about my children and do whatever is necessary to help them succeed. When I send them to school each day, I know they are safe, happy and growing in their faith. I have the confidence that the morals and values I teach my children at home are being modeled at school as well. We are grateful to Immanuel and proud of the church and school community.
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5  
This is our third year at the school, and it has been a wonderful transition. Smaller, family like school with patient teachers. The school has chapel every Wednesday where sometimes the class grade teaches. My kids will come home with "filled bucket" stories where they put scripture to real life situations. I''m glad we choose this school to help in "raising a child the way he should go".
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