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#584 of 716 private schools in IL

Bethany Lutheran Church and School

Elementary School

1550 MODAFF RD, Naperville, IL 60565

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

157

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

157

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#584 of 716

In Naperville

#10 of 12

public schools

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About Bethany Lutheran Church and School

Bethany Lutheran Church and School is a private elementary school in Naperville, IL. Bethany Lutheran Church and School serves approximately 157 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Bethany Lutheran Church and School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #584 of 716 private schools in IL.

How it compares1.0 pts below IL schools

5.2

This school 5.2 · Average
IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 157 students, Bethany Lutheran Church and School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Bethany Lutheran Church and School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Bethany Lutheran Church and School compares to 38 public schools serving similar grades in Naperville, IL

Student-Teacher Ratio

15.2:1

This School

14.2:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

157

This School

545

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.2

This School

8.4

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 82.2% vs 0%

Asian 2.5% vs 0%

Hispanic 1.3% vs 0%

Bethany Lutheran Church and School Naperville Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Bethany Lutheran Church and School (this school)	—	157	15.2:1	5.2
Owen Elementary School	0.3 mi	585	14.6:1	7.8
Lincoln Jr High School	0.5 mi	794	13.9:1	8.7
Maplebrook Elem School	0.7 mi	527	14.2:1	9.0
Elmwood Elem School	0.8 mi	732	15.6:1	8.8
Kingsley Elementary School	1.6 mi	403	12.6:1	9.2
Scott Elementary School	1.7 mi	416	13:1	8.7
Highlands Elem School	1.7 mi	525	15.4:1	9.4
Prairie Elem School	1.9 mi	502	14.3:1	9.2
May Watts Elementary School	1.9 mi	620	15.5:1	8.0
Madison Jr High School	2.0 mi	558	13:1	8.8
Spring Brook Elementary School	2.0 mi	561	17.5:1	8.2
Ann Reid Early Childhood Center	2.0 mi	380	22.4:1	6.1
River Woods Elementary School	2.0 mi	477	14.5:1	9.1
Meadow Glens Elementary School	2.0 mi	483	13.1:1	9.7
Naper Elem School	2.2 mi	242	15.1:1	8.8
Robert Clow Elem Sch	2.3 mi	328	11.7:1	8.9
Ellsworth Elem School	2.3 mi	229	12.1:1	9.7
Washington Jr High School	2.4 mi	561	13.4:1	8.8
Mary Lou Cowlishaw Elementary	2.5 mi	564	13.1:1	7.5
Gordon Gregory Middle School	2.6 mi	838	16.4:1	8.1

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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in IL.

Classroom Attention

C 3.4 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 15.2:1

Instructional Commitment

B- 4.8 / 10

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School Day Length 6.8 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,169.6

Diversity & Inclusion

B 6.0 / 10

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Diversity Index 30%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.0 / 10

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Enrollment 157

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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in IL

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 82.2%

Two or More 14.0%

Asian 2.5%

Hispanic 1.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1550 MODAFF RD, Naperville, IL 60565

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bethany Lutheran Church and School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ellsworth Elem School (rated 9.7/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Highlands Elem School (rated 9.4/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Kingsley Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Naperville, see our Naperville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Owen Elementary School Naperville	0.3 mi	585	7.8
ST RAPHAEL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Naperville	0.5 mi	241	5.7
Lincoln Jr High School Naperville	0.5 mi	794	8.7
Elmwood Elem School Naperville	0.8 mi	732	8.8
Maplebrook Elem School Naperville	0.7 mi	527	9.0
Highlands Elem School Naperville	1.7 mi	525	9.4
Kingsley Elementary School Naperville	1.6 mi	403	9.2
Naperville Central High School Naperville	1.7 mi	2,519	9.2
Spring Brook Elementary School Naperville	2.0 mi	561	8.2
Prairie Elem School Naperville	1.9 mi	502	9.2
Scott Elementary School Naperville	1.7 mi	416	8.7
Naper Elem School Naperville	2.2 mi	242	8.8
River Woods Elementary School Naperville	2.0 mi	477	9.1
SAINTS PETER & PAUL SCHOOL Naperville	2.3 mi	417	4.6
ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC ACADEMY Naperville	2.1 mi	427	6.7
Ellsworth Elem School Naperville	2.3 mi	229	9.7
Washington Jr High School Naperville	2.4 mi	561	8.8
May Watts Elementary School Naperville	1.9 mi	620	8.0
Ann Reid Early Childhood Center Naperville	2.0 mi	380	6.1
Madison Jr High School Naperville	2.0 mi	558	8.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60565 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$160,238

Median Home Value

$490,100

Median Rent

$1,764/mo

Population

39,244

College Educated

71.4%

Homeownership

88.4%

Avg Commute

31.3 min

Poverty Rate

3.5%

Median Age

43.2

Similar Schools

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AlWood Elem School Alpha, IL	184	5.2
Franklin Elem School Belleville, IL	152	5.2
La Harpe Elementary School La Harpe, IL	190	5.2
ST AGNES SCHOOL Chicago Heights, IL	178	5.2
ST ALPHONSUS/ST PATRICK SCHOOL Lemont, IL	190	5.2
ST DOMINIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Quincy, IL	156	5.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bethany Lutheran Church and School

What grades does Bethany Lutheran Church and School serve?

Bethany Lutheran Church and School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Bethany Lutheran Church and School?

Bethany Lutheran Church and School has an enrollment of approximately 157 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bethany Lutheran Church and School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bethany Lutheran Church and School is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Bethany Lutheran Church and School rank in IL?

Bethany Lutheran Church and School ranks #584 of 716 private schools in IL.

What is Bethany Lutheran Church and School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bethany Lutheran Church and School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Bethany Lutheran Church and School a private school?

Yes, Bethany Lutheran Church and School is a private coeducational school with a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Bethany Lutheran Church and School a religious school?

Bethany Lutheran Church and School has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 16 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score: 54 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 157
Gender Split: 49% M / 51% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 15.2:1
Teachers (FTE): 10
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
School Day: 6.8 hours
Days Per Year: 172 days
Setting: Midsize City
County: DuPage County
Phone: (630) 355-6607

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