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St. Johns Lutheran C.E.L.

1450-30th Avenue East Moline, IL 61244

Tel: (309) 792-0755

www.stjohnsem.org

Quick Facts (2026-27)

School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
Grades: Prekindergarten
Enrollment: 35 students
Acceptance rate: 100%
Average class size: 11 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
Grades: Prekindergarten
Enrollment: 35 students
Acceptance rate: 100%
Average class size: 11 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Facts

School Type

Early Childhood / Day Care

Religious Affiliation

Lutheran Church Missouri Synod

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten

Year Founded

1978

School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

35 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

13%

State avg.: 34%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

5 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

7:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

11 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Tuition Notes

Each program has it\\\'s own tuition costs. Tuition can be paid monthly, semesterly, or for the whole year.

Acceptance Rate

100%

National avg.: 82%

Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

St. John's Lutheran Center for Early Learning has been blessed to play an important role in the formation of many children's lives. We feel that the first steps in education are very important to the self-confidence and success of children.
As they have begun a journey of growth and learning that will last a lifetime, we have been there.
We welcome the partnership opportunities we have with parents, and treasure the time spent with each child throughout the year.
St. John's Lutheran Center for Early Learning does not discriminate on the basis of color, race, national or ethnic origin in the administration of rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally available to students at the school.

St. John's Lutheran Center for Early Learning has been blessed to play an important role in the formation of many children's lives. We feel that the first steps in education are very important to the self-confidence and success of children.
As they have begun a journey of growth and learning that will last a lifetime, we have been there.
We welcome the partnership opportunities we have with parents, and treasure the time spent with each child throughout the year.
St. John's Lutheran Center for Early Learning does not discriminate on the basis of color, race, national or ethnic origin in the administration of rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally available to students at the school.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Pastor Umbarger, served St. John's since 1995 -
- Deaconess Kimberly Bower, current Deaconess Intern -

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of St. Johns Lutheran C.E.L.?

The acceptance rate of St. Johns Lutheran C.E.L. is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 85%.

Who are famous alumni from St. Johns Lutheran C.E.L.?

St. Johns Lutheran C.E.L. famous alumni include: Pastor Umbarger, served St. John's since 1995 and Deaconess Kimberly Bower, current Deaconess Intern.

When is the application deadline for St. Johns Lutheran C.E.L.?

The application deadline for St. Johns Lutheran C.E.L. is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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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).