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#570 of 716 private schools in IL

Christ Lutheran School

Elementary School

1311 S FARADAY AVE, Peoria, IL 61605

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

159

Student-Teacher

17.1:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Enrollment

159

Student-Teacher

17.1:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Illinois private schools

#570 of 716

In Peoria

#11 of 14

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About Christ Lutheran School

Christ Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Peoria, IL. Christ Lutheran School serves approximately 159 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Christ Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #570 of 716 private schools in IL.

How it compares0.9 pts below IL schools

5.3

This school 5.3 · Average
IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 159 students, Christ Lutheran 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.

Christ Lutheran 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.

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How Christ Lutheran School compares to 29 public schools serving similar grades in Peoria, IL

Student-Teacher Ratio

17.1:1

This School

14.1:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

159

This School

351

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.3

This School

5.0

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 78% vs 0%

White 13.8% vs 0%

Hispanic 0.6% vs 0%

Christ Lutheran School Peoria Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Christ Lutheran School (this school)	—	159	17.1:1	5.3
Trewyn Primary School	0.7 mi	357	10.8:1	6.4
Annie Jo Gordon Comm Lrning Cntr	0.7 mi	592	13.8:1	5.2
The Elise Ford Allen Academy	1.1 mi	624	16.4:1	2.5
Pleasant Hill Elem School	1.4 mi	162	11.6:1	4.5
Whittier Primary School	1.6 mi	334	15.9:1	5.4
Franklin Primary School	2.3 mi	356	14.2:1	3.8
Pleasant Valley Primary School	2.8 mi	248	12.4:1	4.1
Sterling Middle School	2.9 mi	350	15.2:1	3.7
Norwood Primary School	3.0 mi	212	11.2:1	3.1
Quest Charter School Academy	3.2 mi	399	10.2:1	4.4
Glen Oak Comm Learning Cntr	3.6 mi	637	15.5:1	4.8
Lincoln School	3.6 mi	757	14.8:1	3.8
Dr Maude A Sanders Primary School	3.6 mi	403	14.9:1	2.4
Pleasant Valley Intermediate Sch	3.9 mi	189	9.4:1	7.4
Dr. C.T. Vivian Primary School	4.0 mi	407	13.1:1	4.2
Norwood Elem School	4.1 mi	153	12.8:1	3.3
Von Steuben Middle School	4.2 mi	240	14.1:1	2.4
Reservoir Gifted School	5.0 mi	292	18.2:1	8.6
Hines Primary School	5.1 mi	412	15.3:1	3.0
Hollis Consolidated Grade Sch	5.3 mi	148	12.3:1	6.4

Showing 20 of 29 schools. View all schools in Peoria

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- 2.4 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 17.1:1

Instructional Commitment

B 6.4 / 10

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School Day Length 6.8 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,210.4

Diversity & Inclusion

B+ 6.8 / 10

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Diversity Index 37%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.0 / 10

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Enrollment 159

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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)

Black 78.0%

White 13.8%

Two or More 6.9%

Hispanic 0.6%

Pacific Islander 0.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1311 S FARADAY AVE, Peoria, IL 61605

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Christ Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST MARK SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Trewyn Primary School (rated 6.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Whittier Primary School (rated 5.4/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Peoria, see our Peoria schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Manual High School Peoria	0.6 mi	713	4.1
Annie Jo Gordon Comm Lrning Cntr Peoria	0.7 mi	592	5.2
Trewyn Primary School Peoria	0.7 mi	357	6.4
The Elise Ford Allen Academy Peoria	1.1 mi	624	2.5
NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Peoria	1.2 mi	36	4.8
Whittier Primary School Peoria	1.6 mi	334	5.4
SOUTH SIDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Peoria	1.2 mi	77	4.8
Harold B Dawson Middle School West Peoria	1.6 mi	326	2.5
ST MARK SCHOOL Peoria	1.7 mi	137	7.7
Pleasant Hill Elem School Peoria	1.4 mi	162	4.5
Valeska Hinton Early Ch Ed Ctr Peoria	1.7 mi	529	5.8
Bartonville Elem School Bartonville	2.1 mi	205	3.8
Franklin Primary School Peoria	2.3 mi	356	3.8
LaSalle Elem School Creve Coeur	2.3 mi	276	4.4
CHRISTIAN LIFE ACADEMY Creve Coeur	2.4 mi	14	—
Sterling Middle School Peoria	2.9 mi	350	3.7
Peoria High School Peoria	2.7 mi	1,483	6.2
KIEFER SCHOOL Peoria	2.6 mi	71	6.9
Quest Charter School Academy Peoria	3.2 mi	399	4.4
Pleasant Valley Primary School Peoria	2.8 mi	248	4.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 61605 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$24,499

Median Home Value

$44,200

Median Rent

$831/mo

Population

13,538

College Educated

5.1%

Homeownership

39.2%

Avg Commute

19.6 min

Poverty Rate

38.4%

Median Age

35.5

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School	Enrollment	Rating
Ashley Com Consolidated School Ashley, IL	126	5.3
Glendale Elem School East Peoria, IL	155	5.3
Murrayville-Woodson Elem School Murrayville, IL	101	5.3
NEW HORIZON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Centralia, IL	147	5.3
QUEEN OF THE ROSARY SCHOOL Elk Grove Village, IL	199	5.3
ST ANDREW CATHOLIC SCHOOL Murphysboro, IL	149	5.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Christ Lutheran School

What grades does Christ Lutheran School serve?

Christ Lutheran School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Christ Lutheran School?

Christ Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 159 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Christ Lutheran School?

The student-teacher ratio at Christ Lutheran School is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Christ Lutheran School rank in IL?

Christ Lutheran School ranks #570 of 716 private schools in IL.

What is Christ Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?

Christ Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Christ Lutheran School a private school?

Yes, Christ Lutheran 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 Christ Lutheran School a religious school?

Christ Lutheran School has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 54 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score: 31 Some Transit
Bike Score: 52 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment: 159
Gender Split: 49% M / 51% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 17.1:1
Teachers (FTE): 9
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
School Day: 6.8 hours
Days Per Year: 178 days
Setting: Midsize City
County: Peoria County
Phone: (309) 637-1512

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