Illinois Lutheran High School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked IL School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 258 students
Yearly Tuition: $12,800
Acceptance rate: 95%
Average class size: 20 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

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

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod School Accreditation (WELSSA)
National Council for Private School Accreditation

Religious Affiliation

Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Illinois Lutheran High School
Pre-K	20
Kind	18
1	16
2	19
3	18
4	15
5	18
6	14
7	15
8	25
9	30
10	22
11	7
12	21

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

dyslexia, language-based, mild learning differences, ADHD, ADD

Year Founded

1987

Colors

Navy Blue and Columbia Blue

School Calendar

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Last Day of School

Fri. May 28, 2027

Student Body

Total Students

258 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

47%

State avg.: 34%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

14 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

18:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

21%

Average Class Size

20 students

Number of AP Courses

2 courses

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

Advanced Courses

CalculusEnglish

Spanish 4World History

Average SAT score

1100

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Modest

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$12,800

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Tuition Notes

Financial Aid available upon request and eligibility. Nearly 85% of our families receive financial aid, and we offer more than $300,000 annually out for tuition assistance in the form of vouchers, scholarships, and additional aid.

% on Financial Aid

70%

Acceptance Rate

95%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Matt Moeller

Admissions Associate

Colleen Webb

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

8 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

CheeringGolf

SoccerSoftball

Track and FieldVolleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

12 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Forensics (5th-8th)Math Team

National Honor SocietyPodcast Club

Running ClubScholastics Bowl Team

Student CouncilYearbook

Arts and Music Programs:

BandDrama productions (spring and fall)

Jazz BandShow Choir

School Notes

Illinois Lutheran High School provides quality, Christian education to students of the church and community as we share Jesus, celebrate connection and unlock leanring.
Our caring and faithful teachers meet students where they are academically, socially, and spiritually in order to help them fulfill their God-given potential in a loving and safe environment.
Our comprehensive co-curricular programs allow students to further develop their gifts outside of the academic setting on the athletic fields, in the fine arts and drama on the stage, through publications, and much more.
Illinois Lutheran is a family, interested in seeing each of its members become the best they can be and fulfill their dreams!

School Motto: Sharing Jesus. Celebrating Connection. Unlocking Learning!
School Mascot: Chargers

Illinois Lutheran, a private, nationally accredited Christian school offers a rigorous Pre-K through 12th grade academic program founded on God's Word. It serves students from the church and community, providing students a wide range of opportunities to grow spiritually, academically and socially while instructed by qualified, caring teachers. Illinois Lutheran is large enough to provide many extracurricular activities and experiences, and small enough to provide students individual, personal attention in a caring and nuturing Christian environment to help students thrive and grow. This prepares them to be college and career ready and for life and eternity.
Illinois Lutheran offers many opportunities to develop skills and grow outside the classroom including:
- Soccer
- Volleyball
- Golf
- Basketball
- Cheerleading
- Baseball
- Softball
- Track & Field
- Drama
- Concert Choir
- Show Choir
- Band (and band festivals)
- Jazz Band
- Scholastics Bowl Team
- Math Meet
- Podcast Club
- Running Club
- Student Council

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Illinois Lutheran High School cost?

Illinois Lutheran High School's tuition is approximately $12,800 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Illinois Lutheran High School?

The acceptance rate of Illinois Lutheran High School is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 85%.

What sports does Illinois Lutheran High School offer?

Illinois Lutheran High School offers 8 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball. Illinois Lutheran High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for most sports offered.

What is Illinois Lutheran High School's ranking?

Illinois Lutheran High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Largest student body and Most sports offered.

When is the application deadline for Illinois Lutheran High School?

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

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (5 reviews)

5 2/20/2026

This is a great Christian School. My children have attended here since 2009. The kids have so many friends there, and the teachers and staff care so much!

- Posted by Parent - Jen

5 9/13/2025

Staff is so supportive and they have made the transition from public school seamless. So happy to join the inclusive ILS family!

- Posted by Parent - Catherine Gonzalez

5 9/13/2025

My grandchildren recently lost both of their parents and as grandparents we were looking for a place that would support them spiritually and emotionally. The staff has bent over backwards to accommodate my grandson's IEP. ILS has so much to offer; you'd never know that they are a small school. Sports, music, academics and religion all under one roof. Last year the choir enjoyed singing at Carnegie Hall in New York. We were looking for an intimate setting that would cater to our kids trauma and we found that at ILS.

- Posted by Parent - Gale Stroh

5 4/18/2025

Solid college prep school with strong Christian values. Small enough for staff to care and know you on a personal level. Large enough to offer opportunities and be involved in a good variety of extracurriculars. Christian education set a solid foundation for life after school.

- Posted by Student/Alumni - Alum

5 4/18/2025

Illinois Lutheran provides a variety of support in all fields for their students. They ensure you a quality education that will fill you with endless memories and a family you will never forget. Despite it being smaller in size, that doesn't stop this school from offering things both inside and outside of academic opportunities/athletics.

- Posted by Student/Alumni - ILHS Student

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The average private school tuition in Will County, IL is $7,135 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Will County, IL is 99% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).