Bethel Lutheran School serves 342 students in grades Prekindergarten-8. The student:teacher of Bethel Lutheran School is 31:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Lutheran Church Missouri Synod.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked IL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 342 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Bethel Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Student Body
Total Students
342 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
31:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: KNOW Jesus. GROW in Jesus. SHOW Jesus to others.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is Bethel Lutheran School's ranking?
Bethel Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Bethel Lutheran School?
The application deadline for Bethel Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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