Lutheran High School is fully registered and recognized by the Illinois State Board of Education.
This is accepted as accreditation for non-public schools in Illinois.
Lutheran High is also accredited by the National Lutheran School Accreditation (NLSA).
Our mission reads: Empowered by God, Lutheran High School, Springfield, IL, builds a Christ-centered family to equip students spiritually, intellectually, and physically for service to God and society.
We believe that God wants each person to use the talents and gifts he has been given for His glory and our good.
We believe that the teenage years are periods of struggles with temptations, identity, individuality, self worth, family interrelationships, maturity, responsibility, and sexuality, all of which have a spiritual dimension.
We believe that the primary responsibility of Lutheran High School is to provide a quality, Christ-centered education through which the Holy Spirit can effectively move within the heart of the teens entrusted to our care.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 106 students
- Yearly Tuition: $8,750
- Acceptance rate: 98%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School News
- Lutheran High prepares for building of new school - 06/26/2024LuHi is gearing up to build new school.
- Lutheran High School finalized a deal on new land - 06/18/2024Lutheran High school purchases 25 acres near Cherry Hills Church to build a new school.
- Lutheran High School plans to rebuild near Cherry Hills Church - 02/08/2024Plans for Lutheran High School
Top Rankings
Lutheran High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Sports offered
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1979
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
106 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
65%
Average Class Size
15 students
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
Calculus - dual creditGovernment - dual credit
Language & Composition - dual creditLiterature
Statistics - dual creditTrigonometry - dual credit
US History - dual credit
Average ACT score
24
(Out of 36)
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
% on Financial Aid
25%
Acceptance Rate
98%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Michelle Cox
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
12 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
9 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Athletic LeadershipBass Fishing
Leadership GroupNational Honor Society
SADDScholastic Bowl
Speech TeamSpiritual Life Committee
Student Council
School Notes
- School Motto: Empowered by God, Lutheran High School builds a Christ-centered family to equip students spiritually, intellectually, and physically for service to God and society.
- Lutheran High School is fully registered and recognized by the Illinois State Board of Education. This is accepted as accreditation for non-public schools in Illinois. Lutheran High is also accredited by the National Lutheran School Accreditation (NLSA). Our mission is to Empowered by God, Lutheran High School, Springfield, IL, builds a Christ-centered family to equip students spiritually, intellectually, and physically for service to God and society. We believe that God wants each person to use the talents and gifts he has been given for His glory and our good. We believe that the teenage years are periods of struggles with temptations, identity, individuality, self worth, family interrelationships, maturity, responsibility, and sexuality, all of which have a spiritual dimension. We believe that the primary responsibility of Lutheran High School is to provide a quality Christ-centered education through which the Holy Spirit can effectively move within the heart of the teens entrusted to our care.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Lutheran High School cost?
Lutheran High School's tuition is approximately $8,750 for private students.
What schools are Lutheran High School often compared to?
Lutheran High School is often viewed alongside schools like Sacred Heart Griffin High School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Lutheran High School?
The acceptance rate of Lutheran High School is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 84%.
What sports does Lutheran High School offer?
Lutheran High School offers 12 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Track and Field and Volleyball. Lutheran High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for Lutheran High School?
The application deadline for Lutheran High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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