St. Paul Lutheran School

St. Paul Lutheran School serves 67 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, is a member of the Other religious school association(s).
The student:teacher of St. Paul Lutheran School is 13:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Lutheran Church Missouri Synod.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked IL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 67 students
  • Average class size: 9 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

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

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Attribute
School History

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1886

Student Body

Total Students
67 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
98%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
St. Paul Lutheran School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
9 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Tigers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are St. Paul Lutheran School often compared to?
St. Paul Lutheran School is often viewed alongside schools like Park View Montessori School - Mount Prospect, Science Academy Of Chicago by visitors of our site.
What is St. Paul Lutheran School's ranking?
St. Paul Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Paul Lutheran School?
The application deadline for St. Paul Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Paul Lutheran School located?
St. Paul Lutheran School is located in the Austin neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 13 other private schools located in Austin.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked IL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 67 students
  • Average class size: 9 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Chicago, IL is $14,126 for elementary schools and $19,460 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Chicago, IL is 80% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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