St. Luke School

St. Luke School serves 300 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) and the National Association for the Education of Young Children.
The student:teacher of St. Luke School is 11:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Catholic.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked IL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 300 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $7,400
  • Acceptance rate: 100%
  • Average class size: 14 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

St. Luke School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1921
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Awards
 Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 1992, 2012
School Motto
A Tradition of Excellence

Student Body

Total Students
300 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
34%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
St. Luke School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Average Class Size
14 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 81%
Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered
5 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
10 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Art Club, History Club, Math Club, Reading Olympics, Spanish Club, Speech Team, Student Council

Arts and Music Programs:
Choir, Instrumental and Vocal Lessons, Theater Programming
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Luke School cost?
St. Luke School's tuition is approximately $7,400 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Luke School?
The acceptance rate of St. Luke School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 84%.
What sports does St. Luke School offer?
St. Luke School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is St. Luke School's ranking?
St. Luke School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Luke School?
The application deadline for St. Luke School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked IL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 300 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $7,400
  • Acceptance rate: 100%
  • Average class size: 14 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Cook County, IL is $13,703 for elementary schools and $19,397 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Cook County, IL is 83% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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