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#274 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 38% of private schools
Grace Lutheran School
Elementary School
7300 DIVISION ST, River Forest, IL 60305
Enrollment
160
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
160
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#274 of 716
In River Forest
#2 of 4
public schools
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Grace Lutheran School
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About Grace Lutheran School
Grace Lutheran School is a private elementary school in River Forest, IL. Grace Lutheran School serves approximately 160 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Grace Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #274 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 6.7 · Average
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 160 students, Grace 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.
Grace 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.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Grace Lutheran School compares to the 3 public schools in River Forest, IL
Student Demographics
All Schools in River Forest
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Grace Lutheran School (this school) | 6.7 |
| Willard Elem School | 9.0 |
| Roosevelt School | 8.9 |
| Lincoln Elem School | 9.2 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
7300 DIVISION ST, River Forest, IL 60305
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Grace Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lincoln Elem School (rated 9.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Willard Elem School (rated 9.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Horace Mann Elem School (rated 8.9/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Oak Park), which scores notably higher. For more schools in River Forest, see our River Forest schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CONCORDIA UNIV EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION CENTER River Forest | 0.1 mi | — |
| PACTT LEARNING CENTER Oak Park | 0.3 mi | — |
| TRINITY HIGH SCHOOL Chicago | 0.4 mi | 7.7 |
| KEYSTONE MONTESSORI SCHOOL River Forest | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Horace Mann Elem School Oak Park | 0.5 mi | 8.9 |
| ST VINCENT FERRER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL River Forest | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Willard Elem School River Forest | 0.5 mi | 9.0 |
| Roosevelt School River Forest | 0.7 mi | 8.9 |
| Oliver W Holmes Elem School Oak Park | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| ST LUKE SCHOOL River Forest | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| THE FIELD SCHOOL Oak Park | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Sayre Elem Language Academy Chicago | 1.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Elm Middle School Elmwood Park | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| ALCUIN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Oak Park | 0.9 mi | 8.9 |
| Lincoln Elem School River Forest | 1.0 mi | 9.2 |
| Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School Oak Park | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Oak Park & River Forest High Sch Oak Park | 1.2 mi | 9.5 |
| Elmwood Elem School Elmwood Park | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Garfield Elem School Forest Park | 1.7 mi | 8.2 |
| William Hatch Elem School Oak Park | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60305 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$148,711
Median Home Value
$676,900
Median Rent
$1,411/mo
Population
11,489
College Educated
73.4%
Homeownership
89%
Avg Commute
31.3 min
Poverty Rate
2.2%
Median Age
40.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Early Learning Center Effingham, IL | 6.7 |
| HOLY CROSS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Champaign, IL | 6.7 |
| ICC FULL TIME SCHOOL Chicago, IL | 6.7 |
| MOTHER TERESA CATHOLIC ACADEMY Crete, IL | 6.7 |
| PERU CATHOLIC SCHOOL Peru, IL | 6.7 |
| ST AGNES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Springfield, IL | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Grace Lutheran School
What grades does Grace Lutheran School serve?
Grace Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Grace Lutheran School?
Grace Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 160 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Grace Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at Grace Lutheran School is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Grace Lutheran School rank in IL?
Grace Lutheran School ranks #274 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Grace Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
Grace Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Grace Lutheran School a private school?
Yes, Grace Lutheran School is a private coeducational school with a Other Lutheran affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Grace Lutheran School a religious school?
Grace Lutheran School has a Other Lutheran religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 160
- Gender Split
- 44% M / 56% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Other Lutheran
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (708) 366-6901
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