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#421 of 716 private schools in IL
Good Shepherd Lutheran Academy
Elementary School
525 63RD ST, Downers Grove, IL 60516
Enrollment
51
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
51
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#421 of 716
In Downers Grove
#4 of 5
public schools
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Good Shepherd Lutheran Academy
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About Good Shepherd Lutheran Academy
Good Shepherd Lutheran Academy is a private elementary school in Downers Grove, IL. Good Shepherd Lutheran Academy serves approximately 51 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Good Shepherd Lutheran Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #421 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 6.1 · Average
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 51 students, Good Shepherd Lutheran Academy 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.
At 9.1:1 students to teachers, Good Shepherd Lutheran Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Good Shepherd Lutheran Academy 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
BetaHow Good Shepherd Lutheran Academy compares to 15 public schools serving similar grades in Downers Grove, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Good Shepherd Lutheran Academy (this school) | 6.1 |
| Fairmount Elem School | 7.1 |
| O Neill Middle School | 5.7 |
| El Sierra Elem School | 5.9 |
| Kingsley Elem School | 7.4 |
| Hillcrest Elem School | 5.5 |
| Whittier Elem School | 7.8 |
| Indian Trail Elem School | 5.8 |
| Lester Elem School | 7.7 |
| Prairieview Elementary School | 7.6 |
| Lakeview Jr High School | 7.3 |
| Herrick Middle School | 6.0 |
| Pierce Downer Elem School | 6.5 |
| Henry Puffer School | 7.5 |
| Highland Elem School | 6.1 |
| Belle Aire Elem School | 6.7 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
525 63RD ST, Downers Grove, IL 60516
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Good Shepherd Lutheran Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Maercker Elem School (rated 8.3/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Westmont), which scores notably higher. Another option is AVERY COONLEY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mark DeLay School (rated 8.0/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Darien), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Downers Grove, see our Downers Grove schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Fairmount Elem School Downers Grove | 0.3 mi | 7.1 |
| O Neill Middle School Downers Grove | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| El Sierra Elem School Downers Grove | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Kingsley Elem School Downers Grove | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Whittier Elem School Downers Grove | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| DOWNERS GROVE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Downers Grove | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Comm H S Dist 99 - South High Sch Downers Grove | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| MARQUETTE MANOR BAPTIST ACADEMY Downers Grove | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Hillcrest Elem School Downers Grove | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Westview Hills Middle School Willowbrook | 1.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Maercker Elem School Westmont | 1.4 mi | 8.3 |
| AVERY COONLEY SCHOOL Downers Grove | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Eisenhower Jr High School Darien | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Elizabeth Ide Elem School Darien | 1.8 mi | 5.3 |
| South School Westmont | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| ST JOSEPH Downers Grove | 1.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Lace Elem School Darien | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Mark DeLay School Darien | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Indian Trail Elem School Downers Grove | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Lester Elem School Downers Grove | 2.2 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60516 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$118,780
Median Home Value
$423,000
Median Rent
$1,636/mo
Population
28,594
College Educated
53.9%
Homeownership
77.6%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
4%
Median Age
42
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| BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Morton, IL | 6.1 |
| ST JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Frankfort, IL | 6.1 |
| ACARATH MONTESSORI CENTER Schaumburg, IL | 6.0 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF LONG GROVE Long Grove, IL | 6.0 |
| PYTHAGORAS CHILDRENS ACADEMY Elmhurst, IL | 6.0 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pontiac, IL | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Good Shepherd Lutheran Academy
What grades does Good Shepherd Lutheran Academy serve?
Good Shepherd Lutheran Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Good Shepherd Lutheran Academy?
Good Shepherd Lutheran Academy has an enrollment of approximately 51 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Good Shepherd Lutheran Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Good Shepherd Lutheran Academy is 9.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Good Shepherd Lutheran Academy rank in IL?
Good Shepherd Lutheran Academy ranks #421 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Good Shepherd Lutheran Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Good Shepherd Lutheran Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Good Shepherd Lutheran Academy a private school?
Yes, Good Shepherd Lutheran Academy is a private coeducational school with a Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran 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 Good Shepherd Lutheran Academy a religious school?
Good Shepherd Lutheran Academy has a Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 51
- Gender Split
- 41% M / 59% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 172 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- DuPage County
- Phone
- (630) 352-5081
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