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Christ Lutheran School

5.00 (1 review)

2000 18th Ave Sterling, IL 61081

Tel: (815) 625-3800

www.christlutheranschool.com

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 50 students
Yearly Tuition: $2,700
Acceptance rate: 100%
Average class size: 10 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

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About the School

Christ Lutheran School in Sterling, IL serves 50 students from pre–kindergarten through eighth grade in a town community setting with a Lutheran Church Missouri Synod affiliation.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 8:1 with an average class size of 10 and employs 6 teachers.
Annual tuition is $2,700 with 19% of students receiving financial aid averaging $700 per award; summer tuition is $1,500.
Founded in 1983, this Sterling private elementary and middle school has a 100% acceptance rate.
Christ Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% most affordable private schools in Illinois.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 50 students
Yearly Tuition: $2,700
Acceptance rate: 100%
Average class size: 10 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

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

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Religious Affiliation

Lutheran Church Missouri Synod

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Christ Lutheran School
Pre-K	20
Kind	4
1	5
2	7
3	2
4	2
5	1
6	2
7	4
8	3

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Year Founded

1983

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Student Body

Total Students

50 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

18%

State avg.: 34%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

6 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

8:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

10 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

collared shirts

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$2,700

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Tuition Notes

Enrollment per family - $160 Registration per student - $250 Booster Fee - $900 - Refundable at the end of the school year if qualifications/volunteer hours are met.

% on Financial Aid

19%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$700

Acceptance Rate

100%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Marcy Shank

Admissions Associate

Pastor Kevin Koester

Application URL

Online Application

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Christ Lutheran School cost?

Christ Lutheran School's tuition is approximately $2,700 for private students and $1,500 for summer students.

What schools are Christ Lutheran School often compared to?

Christ Lutheran School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Mary Grade School by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of Christ Lutheran School?

The acceptance rate of Christ Lutheran School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 85%.

When is the application deadline for Christ Lutheran School?

The application deadline for Christ Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

5 5/17/2016

This is our daughter's second year at Christ Lutheran (last year preschool and this year pre-k). I can't stress enough how wonderful the teaching staff has been to work with. Our daughter thoroughly enjoys her classroom activities and teachers. Witnessing the love and joy shared with the students is wonderful!

- Posted by Parent - jene_

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The average private school tuition in Illinois is $10,932 for elementary schools and $15,812 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Illinois is 85% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).