St. Paul Lutheran Church has established her school to proclaim the Gospel, teach the Holy Scriptures, and provide excellence in Lutheran and Classical education, developing faith, wisdom, eloquence, and virtue for all generations.
St. Paul Lutheran School will- teach her students the Word of God and Luther`s Small Catechism. build up the homes and families of students and members of the congregation to serve God and His church. provide a mathematics and science curriculum that teaches the order and design of God`s creation. provide a language curriculum that prepares students to be master communicators and clear thinkers. provide a fine arts and music curriculum that instills the ability to discern beauty and virtue and nurtures God-given talents.provide daily and purposeful physical activity to discipline the body and mind.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 44 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,200
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Paul Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
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Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
2014
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
44 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
29%
Average Class Size
15 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Non-member tuition only.
Admissions Director
Kate Thoelke
Admissions Associate
Joanie Mertz
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
2 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
7 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Debate ClubScience Club
Writing Club
Arts and Music Programs:
ArtChoir
Drama
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Basketball Club
School Notes
St. Paul Lutheran Church has established her school to proclaim the
Gospel, teach the Holy Scriptures, and provide excellence in
Lutheran and Classical education, developing faith, wisdom,
eloquence, and virtue for all generations.
St. Paul Lutheran School will-
teach her students the Word of God and Luther`s Small Catechism.
build up the homes and families of students and members of the congregation to serve God and His church.
provide a mathematics and science curriculum that teaches the order and design of God`s creation.
provide a language curriculum that prepares students to be master communicators and clear thinkers.
provide a fine arts and music curriculum that instills the ability to discern beauty and virtue and nurtures God-given talents.
St. Paul Lutheran School will-
teach her students the Word of God and Luther`s Small Catechism.
build up the homes and families of students and members of the congregation to serve God and His church.
provide a mathematics and science curriculum that teaches the order and design of God`s creation.
provide a language curriculum that prepares students to be master communicators and clear thinkers.
provide a fine arts and music curriculum that instills the ability to discern beauty and virtue and nurtures God-given talents.
- provide daily and purposeful physical activity to discipline the body and mind.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Paul Lutheran School cost?
St. Paul Lutheran School's tuition is approximately $4,200 for private students.
What sports does St. Paul Lutheran School offer?
St. Paul Lutheran School offers 2 interscholastic sports: Cross Country and Track and Field.
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).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to St. Paul Lutheran School is Metro-east Lutheran High School (11.5 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Peters Lutheran School (6.7 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
St. Peters Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
7182 Renken Rd
Dorsey, IL 62021
(618) 888-2252
Dorsey, IL 62021
(618) 888-2252
6.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 51 students
Zion Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
220 W Henry St
Staunton, IL 62088
(618) 635-3060
Staunton, IL 62088
(618) 635-3060
7.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 132 students Avg. class size: 15 students
Trinity Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
600 Water St
Edwardsville, IL 62025
(618) 656-7002
Edwardsville, IL 62025
(618) 656-7002
9.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 294 students
St. Boniface Catholic School
(Catholic)
128 N Buchanan St
Edwardsville, IL 62025
(618) 656-6917
Edwardsville, IL 62025
(618) 656-6917
9.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 268 students
The Goddard School ![The Goddard School Photo]( "The Goddard School Photo")
Daycare / Preschool
801 S. Arbor Vitae
Edwardsville, IL 62025
(618) 692-9464
Edwardsville, IL 62025
(618) 692-9464
10.3 miles
Gr: NS-K Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Metro-east Lutheran High School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
6305 Center Grove Road
Edwardsville, IL 62025
(618) 656-0043
Edwardsville, IL 62025
(618) 656-0043
11.5 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 174 students Avg. class size: 18 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Father Mcgivney Catholic High School
(Catholic)
7190 Bouse Rd
Glen Carbon, IL 62034
(618) 401-4550
Glen Carbon, IL 62034
(618) 401-4550
12.9 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 263 students Tuition listed
Connect Christian School
(Baptist)
1417 Herbert
South Roxana, IL 62087
(618) 254-0188
South Roxana, IL 62087
(618) 254-0188
14.1 miles
Gr: PK-11 | 34 students Avg. class size: 8 students Sports: 1 Tuition listed
Maryville Christian School
(Baptist)
7110 State Rt. 162
Maryville, IL 62062
(618) 505-7000
Maryville, IL 62062
(618) 505-7000
14.2 miles
Gr: K-12 | 449 students
St. Mary's School
(Catholic)
1015 Milton Rd
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 465-9719
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 465-9719
16.7 miles
Gr: 7-9 | 82 students Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
St. Peters Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
7182 Renken Rd
Dorsey, IL 62021
(618) 888-2252
Dorsey, IL 62021
(618) 888-2252
6.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 51 students
Zion Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
220 W Henry St
Staunton, IL 62088
(618) 635-3060
Staunton, IL 62088
(618) 635-3060
7.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 132 students Avg. class size: 15 students
Trinity Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
600 Water St
Edwardsville, IL 62025
(618) 656-7002
Edwardsville, IL 62025
(618) 656-7002
9.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 294 students
St. Boniface Catholic School
(Catholic)
128 N Buchanan St
Edwardsville, IL 62025
(618) 656-6917
Edwardsville, IL 62025
(618) 656-6917
9.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 268 students
St. Marys School
(Catholic)
1802 Madison Ave
Edwardsville, IL 62025
(618) 656-1230
Edwardsville, IL 62025
(618) 656-1230
10.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 233 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
St. Peters Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
7182 Renken Rd
Dorsey, IL 62021
(618) 888-2252
Dorsey, IL 62021
(618) 888-2252
6.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 51 students
Zion Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
220 W Henry St
Staunton, IL 62088
(618) 635-3060
Staunton, IL 62088
(618) 635-3060
7.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 132 students Avg. class size: 15 students
Trinity Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
600 Water St
Edwardsville, IL 62025
(618) 656-7002
Edwardsville, IL 62025
(618) 656-7002
9.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 294 students
St. Boniface Catholic School
(Catholic)
128 N Buchanan St
Edwardsville, IL 62025
(618) 656-6917
Edwardsville, IL 62025
(618) 656-6917
9.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 268 students
The Goddard School ![The Goddard School Photo]( "The Goddard School Photo")
Daycare / Preschool
801 S. Arbor Vitae
Edwardsville, IL 62025
(618) 692-9464
Edwardsville, IL 62025
(618) 692-9464
10.3 miles
Gr: NS-K Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Meadowbrook Intermediate School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
111 W Roosevelt Dr
Moro, IL 62067
(618) 377-7270
Moro, IL 62067
(618) 377-7270
10.2 miles
Gr: 4-5 | 344 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Parkside Primary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
600 E Central St
Bethalto, IL 62010
(618) 377-4100
Bethalto, IL 62010
(618) 377-4100
11.3 miles
Gr: 2-3 | 321 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
309 Albers Pl
Bethalto, IL 62010
(618) 377-7250
Bethalto, IL 62010
(618) 377-7250
12.3 miles
Gr: PK-1 | 387 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Wilbur Trimpe Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
910 2nd St
Bethalto, IL 62010
(618) 377-7240
Bethalto, IL 62010
(618) 377-7240
12.4 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 556 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Civic Memorial High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
200 School St
Bethalto, IL 62010
(618) 377-7220
Bethalto, IL 62010
(618) 377-7220
12.8 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 760 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
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