Iowa Great Lakes Lutheran School (2025-26 Profile)

1311 E. 18th St
Spencer, IA 51301

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Iowa Great Lakes Lutheran School operates under the direction of the Board of Directors by authority of the constitution.

The mission of Iowa Great Lakes Lutheran School (IGLLS) is to develop the whole child -spirit, mind, and body in a quality Christ-centered environment.

1:1 iPads in K-2; 1:1 Chromebooks in 3rd-6th. The professional staff administers the day-to-day school affairs and is made up of the principal, the administrator and teachers.

Local pastors help in leading weekly chapel services, and serve as advisers to the principal and the board.

The principal and administrator are responsible to the board of directors for the supervision of the teachers and the school curriculum.

It is the task of the principal and administrator to implement the policies of the board so the school will function in an orderly manner.

Iowa Great Lakes Lutheran School admits students of any race, color, nationality and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities made available to students at the school.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

Grades: Kindergarten-6
Enrollment: 91 students
Yearly Tuition: $3,180
Average class size: 12 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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Iowa Great Lakes Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

American Association of Christian Schools (AACS)
National Lutheran Schools Accreditation

Religious Affiliation

Lutheran Church Missouri Synod

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-6

Year Founded

1999

Student Body

Total Students

91 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

11%

State avg.: 16%

Students by Grade

Iowa Great Lakes Lutheran School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

7 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

13:1

National avg.: 13:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

50%

Average Class Size

12 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$3,180

View national tuition avg.

Tuition Notes

Families may apply for funds from the Iowa Lutheran School Tuition Organization. For more information, go to www.ilsto.org.

% on Financial Aid

50%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$750

Application URL

Online Application

Endowment Size

$0.1 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

1 sport

Sports

Archery

School Notes

School Motto: Children GROW in SPIRIT, MIND, AND BODY

Iowa Great Lakes Lutheran School operates under the direction of the Board of Directors by authority of the constitution.
The mission of Iowa Great Lakes Lutheran School (IGLLS) is to develop the whole child -spirit, mind, and body in a quality Christ-centered environment.
1:1 iPads in K-2; 1:1 Chromebooks in 3rd-6th.
The professional staff administers the day-to-day school affairs and is made up of the principal, the administrator and teachers.
Local pastors help in leading weekly chapel services, and serve as advisers to the principal and the board.
The principal and administrator are responsible to the board of directors for the supervision of the teachers and the school curriculum.
It is the task of the principal and administrator to implement the policies of the board so the school will function in an orderly manner.
Iowa Great Lakes Lutheran School admits students of any race, color, nationality and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities made available to students at the school.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Iowa Great Lakes Lutheran School cost?

Iowa Great Lakes Lutheran School's tuition is approximately $3,180 for private students.

What sports does Iowa Great Lakes Lutheran School offer?

Iowa Great Lakes Lutheran School offers 1 interscholastic sports: Archery.

When is the application deadline for Iowa Great Lakes Lutheran School?

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

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