At St. John's Lutheran School, in Buckley, Illinois, believe that each child is a child of GOD; created by the Father, redeemed by the Son, and sanctified by the Holy Spirit.
Therefore, empowered by the congregation and supported by the children's parents, we teach using integrated developmentally appropriate methods and practices. Our goal is to fulfill each child's potential by teaching excellence in character, education, and leadership throughout the curriculum using sound Lutheran doctrinal principles based upon scriptural truth.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked IL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 99 students
- Yearly Tuition: $3,000
- Acceptance rate: 95%
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Johns Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
99 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
4%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
80%
Average Class Size
10 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Cost quoted is for non-member. Discounts for second child. Tuition assistance is available.
% on Financial Aid
10%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$600
Acceptance Rate
95%
National avg.: 82%
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Johns Lutheran School cost?
St. Johns Lutheran School's tuition is approximately $3,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Johns Lutheran School?
The acceptance rate of St. Johns Lutheran School is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 85%.
What sports does St. Johns Lutheran School offer?
St. Johns Lutheran School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is St. Johns Lutheran School's ranking?
St. Johns Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Least expensive tuition and Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for St. Johns Lutheran School?
The application deadline for St. Johns Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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Heritage Preparatory Academy
(Christian)
202 West Green St.
Roberts, IL 60962
(217) 249-2282
Roberts, IL 60962
(217) 249-2282
7.8 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 16 students Tuition listed
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Christ Lutheran High School ![Christ Lutheran High School Photo]( "Christ Lutheran High School Photo")
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
201 West Lincoln Street
Buckley, IL 60918
(217) 394-2547
Buckley, IL 60918
(217) 394-2547
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(Christian)
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Roberts, IL 60962
(217) 249-2282
Roberts, IL 60962
(217) 249-2282
7.8 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 16 students Tuition listed
Grand Prairie School
All-boys | Special Education School
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Onarga, IL 60955
(815) 268-7440
Onarga, IL 60955
(815) 268-7440
8.1 miles
Gr: 5-12 | 53 students
St. Pauls Lutheran School ![St. Pauls Lutheran School Photo]( "St. Pauls Lutheran School Photo")
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
108 W Woodworth Rd
Milford, IL 60953
(815) 889-4209
Milford, IL 60953
(815) 889-4209
10.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 84 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition listed
Parklawn School Activity Center
Special Education School
10833 So Laporte
Milford, IL 60953
(708) 425-3344
Milford, IL 60953
(708) 425-3344
17.9 miles
Gr: 4-12 | 15 students
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Christ Lutheran High School ![Christ Lutheran High School Photo]( "Christ Lutheran High School Photo")
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
201 West Lincoln Street
Buckley, IL 60918
(217) 394-2547
Buckley, IL 60918
(217) 394-2547
4.7 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 13 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
Heritage Preparatory Academy
(Christian)
202 West Green St.
Roberts, IL 60962
(217) 249-2282
Roberts, IL 60962
(217) 249-2282
7.8 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 16 students Tuition listed
Grand Prairie School
All-boys | Special Education School
110 N Locust St
Onarga, IL 60955
(815) 268-7440
Onarga, IL 60955
(815) 268-7440
8.1 miles
Gr: 5-12 | 53 students
Parklawn School Activity Center
Special Education School
10833 So Laporte
Milford, IL 60953
(708) 425-3344
Milford, IL 60953
(708) 425-3344
17.9 miles
Gr: 4-12 | 15 students
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(815) 697-2212
Chebanse, IL 60922
(815) 697-2212
28.9 miles
Gr: K-9 | 78 students
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Heritage Preparatory Academy
(Christian)
202 West Green St.
Roberts, IL 60962
(217) 249-2282
Roberts, IL 60962
(217) 249-2282
7.8 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 16 students Tuition listed
Grand Prairie School
All-boys | Special Education School
110 N Locust St
Onarga, IL 60955
(815) 268-7440
Onarga, IL 60955
(815) 268-7440
8.1 miles
Gr: 5-12 | 53 students
St. Pauls Lutheran School ![St. Pauls Lutheran School Photo]( "St. Pauls Lutheran School Photo")
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
108 W Woodworth Rd
Milford, IL 60953
(815) 889-4209
Milford, IL 60953
(815) 889-4209
10.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 84 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition listed
Parklawn School Activity Center
Special Education School
10833 So Laporte
Milford, IL 60953
(708) 425-3344
Milford, IL 60953
(708) 425-3344
17.9 miles
Gr: 4-12 | 15 students
St. Malachy School
(Catholic)
340 E Belle Ave
Rantoul, IL 61866
(217) 892-2011
Rantoul, IL 61866
(217) 892-2011
20.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 195 students Avg. class size: 17 students
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Miles
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St. Pauls Lutheran School ![St. Pauls Lutheran School Photo]( "St. Pauls Lutheran School Photo")
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
108 W Woodworth Rd
Milford, IL 60953
(815) 889-4209
Milford, IL 60953
(815) 889-4209
10.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 84 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition listed
St. Malachy School
(Catholic)
340 E Belle Ave
Rantoul, IL 61866
(217) 892-2011
Rantoul, IL 61866
(217) 892-2011
20.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 195 students Avg. class size: 17 students
Pontiac Christian School
(Christian)
18034 N 2100 East Road
Pontiac, IL 61764
(815) 842-1322
Pontiac, IL 61764
(815) 842-1322
32.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 32 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition listed
First School
Daycare / Preschool
1403 E Oak St
Mahomet, IL 61853
(217) 586-9990
Mahomet, IL 61853
(217) 586-9990
33.9 miles
Gr: PK-1 | 75 students
908 N Prospect Avenue
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 359-1701
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 359-1701
34.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 305 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition listed
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
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Prairie Central Jr High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
800 N Wood St
Forrest, IL 61741
(815) 657-8660
Forrest, IL 61741
(815) 657-8660
9091.4 miles
Gr: 7-8 | 250 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Prairie Central Upper Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
312 N Center St
Forrest, IL 61741
(815) 657-8238
Forrest, IL 61741
(815) 657-8238
9091.5 miles
Gr: 5-6 | 216 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Gcms High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
815 N Church St
Gibson City, IL 60936
(217) 784-4292
Gibson City, IL 60936
(217) 784-4292
9092.6 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 275 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Gcms Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
902 N Church St
Gibson City, IL 60936
(217) 784-4278
Gibson City, IL 60936
(217) 784-4278
9092.7 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 489 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Gcms Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
316 E 19th St
Gibson City, IL 60936
(217) 784-8731
Gibson City, IL 60936
(217) 784-8731
9092.7 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 211 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
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