Compeled by God to disciple the next generation, IGLLS, inpartnership with families and community, will equip joy-filled, competent, resiliant learners to live out their Christian faith as compassionate servant-leaders.
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.
Transitional kindergarten through 8th grade. Archery for grades 4-8; 7th-8th graders participate with the public school for athletics and activities. Christ-centered education and weekly chapel.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 155 students
- Yearly Tuition: $7,900
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. May 28, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
155 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
11%
State avg.: 16%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
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
Tuition Notes
Iowa provides an ESA for families to use to pay for tuition. Families may also 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
Endowment Size
$0.1 million
Sports
Total Sports Offered
1 sport
Sports
School Notes
- School Motto: Learning for Life; Living for Christ
- School Mascot: Eagles
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Iowa Great Lakes Lutheran School cost?
Iowa Great Lakes Lutheran School's tuition is approximately $7,900 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).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Iowa Great Lakes Lutheran School is St. Mary's School (35.8 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Sacred Heart School (6.8 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Emmetsburg Catholic School (23.7 miles away)
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Quick Facts
Sacred Heart School
(Catholic)
1111 4th Ave West
Spencer, IA 51301
(712) 262-6428
Spencer, IA 51301
(712) 262-6428
6.8 miles
Gr: K-6 | 154 students
Emmetsburg Catholic School
(Catholic)
1903 Broadway St
Emmetsburg, IA 50536
(712) 852-3464
Emmetsburg, IA 50536
(712) 852-3464
23.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 111 students
405 W 2nd Street
Sanborn, IA 51248
(712) 729-3288
Sanborn, IA 51248
(712) 729-3288
26.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 110 students Avg. class size: 11 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
Zion-st John Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
103 W Bertha St
Paullina, IA 51046
(712) 949-3915
Paullina, IA 51046
(712) 949-3915
30.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 81 students Avg. class size: 8 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Sheldon Christian School
(Christian)
1425 E 9th Street
Sheldon, IA 51201
(712) 324-2429
Sheldon, IA 51201
(712) 324-2429
35.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 132 students Sports: 4
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