Since 1863, St Matthew Lutheran School is preparing students to meet the rigorous challenges of the twenty first century academically, spiritually, socially and physically has been the essence of our school.
Christ-centered learning experiences prepared by a team of dedicated, veteran Christian teaching professionals is the vehicle for meeting this challenge.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked IL School
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 54 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Matthew Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1863
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
54 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- Since 1863, St Matthew Lutheran School is preparing students to meet the rigorous challenges of the twenty first century academically, spiritually, socially and physically has been the essence of our school.
- Christ-centered learning experiences prepared by a team of dedicated, veteran Christian teaching professionals is the vehicle for meeting this challenge.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Matthew Lutheran School's ranking?
St. Matthew Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Matthew Lutheran School?
The application deadline for St. Matthew Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to St. Matthew Lutheran School is Quentin Road Christian School (0.4 miles away)
The nearest preschool is The Goddard School (0.3 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
The Goddard School ![The Goddard School Photo]( "The Goddard School Photo")
Daycare / Preschool
50 Landover Parkway
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
(847) 438-8866
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
(847) 438-8866
0.3 miles
Gr: NS-K Sports: 3
Quentin Road Christian School ![Quentin Road Christian School Photo]( "Quentin Road Christian School Photo")
(Christian)
60 Quentin Road
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
(224) 677-7777
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
(224) 677-7777
0.4 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 87 students Avg. class size: 6 students Sports: 3 Tuition listed
St. Francis De Sales School
(Catholic)
11 South Buesching Road
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
(847) 438-7291
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
(847) 438-7291
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 373 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Quentin Road Christian School ![Quentin Road Christian School Photo]( "Quentin Road Christian School Photo")
(Christian)
60 Quentin Road
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
(224) 677-7777
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
(224) 677-7777
0.4 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 87 students Avg. class size: 6 students Sports: 3 Tuition listed
1 Carmel Pkwy
Mundelein, IL 60060
(847) 566-3000
Mundelein, IL 60060
(847) 566-3000
5.4 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,107 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
Brightmont Academy - Barrington ![Brightmont Academy - Barrington Photo - one teacher one student]( "Brightmont Academy - Barrington Photo - one teacher one student")
Special Program Emphasis
400 E. Main St.
Barrington, IL 60010
(224) 231-0310
Barrington, IL 60010
(224) 231-0310
5.7 miles
Gr: 1-12 Avg. class size: 1 student Tuition listed
3250 N. Arlington Heights Road Suite 200
Arlington Heights, IL 60004
(847) 588-0463
Arlington Heights, IL 60004
(847) 588-0463
7.1 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 122 students Avg. class size: 7 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
Connections Day School
Special Education School
31410 N Us Highway 45
Libertyville, IL 60048
(847) 680-8349
Libertyville, IL 60048
(847) 680-8349
7.5 miles
Gr: 3-12 | 66 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Quentin Road Christian School ![Quentin Road Christian School Photo]( "Quentin Road Christian School Photo")
(Christian)
60 Quentin Road
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
(224) 677-7777
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
(224) 677-7777
0.4 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 87 students Avg. class size: 6 students Sports: 3 Tuition listed
St. Francis De Sales School
(Catholic)
11 South Buesching Road
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
(847) 438-7291
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
(847) 438-7291
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 373 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Mundelein Montessori School
Montessori School
1401 S Lake St
Mundelein, IL 60060
(847) 566-4345
Mundelein, IL 60060
(847) 566-4345
4 miles
Gr: K-1 | 39 students
1115 Robert Parker Coffin Road
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
(847) 634-0430
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
(847) 634-0430
4.2 miles
Gr: NS-6 | 93 students Avg. class size: 16 students Tuition listed
Frassati Catholic Academy ![Frassati Catholic Academy Photo]( "Frassati Catholic Academy Photo")
(Catholic)
316 W Mill St
Wauconda, IL 60084
(847) 526-6311
Wauconda, IL 60084
(847) 526-6311
4.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 216 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 8
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
The Goddard School ![The Goddard School Photo]( "The Goddard School Photo")
Daycare / Preschool
50 Landover Parkway
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
(847) 438-8866
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
(847) 438-8866
0.3 miles
Gr: NS-K Sports: 3
St. Francis De Sales School
(Catholic)
11 South Buesching Road
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
(847) 438-7291
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
(847) 438-7291
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 373 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Montessori Children's House Of N. Barrington
Montessori School
115 Clover Hill Ln
Barrington, IL 60010
(847) 550-0917
Barrington, IL 60010
(847) 550-0917
2.9 miles
Gr: PK-K | 39 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Dean Street Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
600 Dean St
Woodstock, IL 60098
(815) 338-1133
Woodstock, IL 60098
(815) 338-1133
9204 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 302 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Clay Academy
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
112 Grove St
Woodstock, IL 60098
(815) 337-2529
Woodstock, IL 60098
(815) 337-2529
9204.2 miles
Gr: PK-12
Creekside Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3201 Hercules Rd
Woodstock, IL 60098
(815) 337-5200
Woodstock, IL 60098
(815) 337-5200
9204.2 miles
Gr: 5-8 | 736 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Prairiewood Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3215 Hercules Rd
Woodstock, IL 60098
(815) 337-5300
Woodstock, IL 60098
(815) 337-5300
9204.3 miles
Gr: 1-5 | 374 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Mary Endres Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2181 N Seminary Ave
Woodstock, IL 60098
(815) 337-8177
Woodstock, IL 60098
(815) 337-8177
9204.4 miles
Gr: 1-5 | 431 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
School Reviews
5 11/26/2020
I had my 2 children attend Saint Matthew. Both teachers were incredibly caring and went out of their way to make my kids feel welcomed. They were incredibly responsive to emails or texts. Pictures and a listing of the day's events were sent home daily. The class sizes are typically smaller, which allows more time for individualized learning.
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