About the School
- The Academy is owned and operated by Walther Lutheran High School Association of Melrose Park, IL. It is a Concordia University Partner School.
- A dedicated faculty utilizes today's technologies to help students succeed.
- Laptops enhance student learning.
- Extended Care is available on either side of the school day.
- (6:30-8am, 3-6pm) We are concerned about the educational need of the whole child- academic, social, spiritual, emotional, and physical.
School Facts
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
Year Founded
2007
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
94 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
78%
State avg.: 34%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
83%
Average Class Size
12 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
solid color clothes/no jeans or logos
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
St. John Church members have a reduced rate
% on Financial Aid
20%
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Walther Lutheran Academy cost?
Walther Lutheran Academy's tuition is approximately $4,850 for private students.
What sports does Walther Lutheran Academy offer?
Walther Lutheran Academy offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Track and Field and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Walther Lutheran Academy?
The application deadline for Walther Lutheran Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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(708) 948-0332
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Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 3
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(708) 562-5580
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Avg. class size: 25 students
Extracurriculars: 4
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314 Circle Avenue
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Distance: 0.4 mi
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(708) 771-8337
Distance: 0.6 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 326 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 10
Catholic
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(708) 366-8587
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(708) 434-5811
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Gr: PK-K | 11 students
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Forest Park, IL 60130
(708) 657-4233
Distance: 1.1 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 1,101 students
Sports: 18
Catholic
505 Washington Blvd
Oak Park, IL 60302
(708) 948-0332
Distance: 1.4 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 422 students
All-girls (Catholic)
7574 Division St
River Forest, IL 60305
(708) 771-8383
Distance: 2.0 mi
Gr: 6-12 | 242 students
Avg. class size: 80 students
Sports: 13
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
900 Chicago Avenue
Melrose Park, IL 60160
(708) 344-0404
Distance: 2.7 mi
Gr: 10-12 | 63 students
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5352 W Chicago Ave
Chicago, IL 60651
(773) 626-6988
Distance: 2.9 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 386 students
Avg. class size: 25 students
Catholic
5088 W Jackson Blvd
Chicago, IL 60644
(773) 261-7505
Distance: 0.6 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 326 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 10
Catholic
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River Forest, IL 60305
(708) 366-8587
Distance: 0.7 mi
Gr: PK-6 | 115 students
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Gr: K-8 | 144 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Extracurriculars: 7
Alternative School
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(708) 484-8033
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Gr: NS-8 | 209 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 1 | Extracurriculars: 3
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(708) 366-1882
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Gr: PK-8 | 394 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 10
Catholic
601 Van Buren St
Oak Park, IL 60304
(708) 386-7282
Gr: PK-K | 25 students
Avg. class size: 25 students
Extracurriculars: 4
Montessori School
314 Circle Avenue
Forest Park, IL 60130
(708) 771-5030
Distance: 0.4 mi
Gr: K | 11 students
Daycare / Preschool
16 Lathrop Ave
Forest Park, IL 60130
(708) 771-8337
Distance: 0.6 mi
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Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 10
Catholic
519 Ashland Ave
River Forest, IL 60305
(708) 366-8587
Distance: 0.7 mi
Gr: PK-6 | 115 students
Christian
931 Lake St
Oak Park, IL 60301
(708) 434-5811
Distance: 0.8 mi
Gr: PK-K | 11 students
Daycare / Preschool
848 Ferdinand Ave
Forest Park, IL 60130
(708) 657-4233
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Location
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543 Hannah Ave
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(708) 366-6945
Forest Park, IL 60130
(708) 366-6945
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Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School
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325 S Kenilworth Ave
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(708) 524-3050
Oak Park, IL 60302
(708) 524-3050
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Gr: 6-8 | 947 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
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511 Park Ave
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(708) 366-7340
River Forest, IL 60305
(708) 366-7340
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 381 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Field Stevenson Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
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925 Beloit Ave
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(708) 366-5703
Forest Park, IL 60130
(708) 366-5703
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Gr: 3-5 | 214 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Forest Park Middle School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
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(708) 366-5742
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(708) 366-5742
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Gr: 6-8 | 186 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
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