Unity Lutheran Christian Elementary School was opened in August 2003 to provide the community of East St. Louis with opportunities to hear the saving Gospel of Jesus Christ and teach the children of this community the wonders of God's love.
As a mission project of the Southern Illinois District LCMS, the staff of Unity has undertaken the task of bringing the light of Christ to the community.
The teachers and principal stress that every student belongs to Jesus and that Christians are united in heart and mind through their faith in Christ Jesus.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 143 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Unity Lutheran Christian Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
2003
Student Body
Total Students
143 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Nurturing Minds, Building Futures
- Unity Lutheran Christian Elementary School was opened in August 2003 to provide the community of East St. Louis with opportunities to hear the saving Gospel of Jesus Christ and teach the children of this community the wonders of God's love. As a mission project of the Southern Illinois District LCMS, the staff of Unity has undertaken the task of bringing the light of Christ to the community. The teachers and principal stress that every student belongs to Jesus and that Christians are united in heart and mind through their faith in Christ Jesus.
Source: Verified school update
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Unity Lutheran Christian Elementary School is often viewed alongside schools like Sister Thea Bowman by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Unity Lutheran Christian Elementary School?
The application deadline for Unity Lutheran Christian Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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