The mission of Luther South is to enable the student to grow in faith, achieve a sense of spiritual values, and realize academic, physical and social potential to become active Christian citizens and leaders in an ever-changing Global Society.
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 145 students
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Luther South Math, Science & Performing Arts High ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
145 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
99%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
18 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Sports
Total Sports Offered
11 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
17 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Chess ClubComputer Club
Drama ClubFilm/TV Club
Gospel ChoirKingdom Workers/Higher Ground
Mathematics ClubMentors
Newspaper ClubPoetry Club
Praise DancersScholars
Science ClubSpanish Club
Student CouncilWYSE
Yearbook
School Notes
- The mission of Luther South is to enable the student to grow in faith, achieve a sense of spiritual values, and realize academic, physical and social potential to become active Christian citizens and leaders in an ever-changing Global Society.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does Luther South Math, Science & Performing Arts High offer?
Luther South Math, Science & Performing Arts High offers 11 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Football, Softball, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling. Luther South Math, Science & Performing Arts High is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for Luther South Math, Science & Performing Arts High?
The application deadline for Luther South Math, Science & Performing Arts High is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Luther South Math, Science & Performing Arts High located?
Luther South Math, Science & Performing Arts High is located in the Ashburn neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 6 other private schools located in Ashburn.
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The nearest high school to Luther South Math, Science & Performing Arts High is Ada S. Mckinley-highland School (1.5 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is St. Thomas More Elementary School (0.8 miles away)
The nearest preschool is New Knowledge Learning Center (0.3 miles away)
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