St. Paul Lutheran School

6961 W Frontage Rd Worden, IL 62097
school.stpaulhamel.org

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

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

School Rankings

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

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Attribute
Affordability

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
Year Founded
2014
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
44 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed

Academics & 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 & 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

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
7 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
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.provide daily and purposeful physical activity to discipline the body and mind.
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.
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).

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The average private school tuition in Madison County, IL is $6,245 for elementary schools and $10,145 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Madison County, IL is 86% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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