Below Average

#630 of 716 private schools in IL

Rockford Lutheran School - Jr/sr High School

School

3411 N ALPINE RD, Rockford, IL 61114

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

692

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

4.9

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Enrollment

692

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

4.9

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Illinois private schools

#630 of 716

In Rockford

#15 of 16

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About Rockford Lutheran School - Jr/sr High School

Rockford Lutheran School - Jr/sr High School is a private school in Rockford, IL. Rockford Lutheran School - Jr/sr High School serves approximately 692 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Rockford Lutheran School - Jr/sr High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #630 of 716 private schools in IL.

How it compares1.3 pts below IL schools

4.9

This school 4.9 · Below Average
IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Rockford Lutheran School - Jr/sr High 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 Rockford Lutheran School - Jr/sr High School compares to 44 public schools serving similar grades in Rockford, IL

Student-Teacher Ratio

15:1

This School

18.1:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

692

This School

629

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

4.9

This School

4.9

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 68.5% vs 0%

Black 12% vs 0%

Hispanic 7.4% vs 0%

Asian 2.9% vs 0%

Rockford Lutheran School - Jr/sr High School Rockford Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Rockford Lutheran School - Jr/sr High School (this school)	—	692	15:1	4.9
Clifford P Carlson Elem School	0.5 mi	360	18:1	5.2
Spring Creek Elem School	1.0 mi	532	17.7:1	6.0
Guilford High School	1.3 mi	2,161	19.8:1	6.5
Montessori Elementary School	1.3 mi	636	16.7:1	4.2
Eisenhower Middle School	1.4 mi	985	19.3:1	3.6
Brookview Elem School	1.6 mi	457	16.3:1	5.1
C Henry Bloom Elem School	2.3 mi	418	18.2:1	4.0
Maud E Johnson Elem School	2.5 mi	385	16.7:1	3.6
West View Elem School	3.0 mi	447	19.4:1	4.0
R K Welsh Elem School	3.3 mi	459	17.7:1	3.4
Fairview Early Childhood Center	3.4 mi	497	26.2:1	4.6
Gregory Elem School	3.5 mi	408	16.3:1	3.5
Jackson Charter School	3.6 mi	245	30.6:1	5.4
Rockford East High School	3.8 mi	1,708	17.1:1	4.8
West Middle School	3.8 mi	794	16.2:1	5.0
Roosevelt Center	3.8 mi	55	1.3:1	6.5
Abraham Lincoln Middle School	3.8 mi	705	17.6:1	3.7
Thurgood Marshall Elementary	3.9 mi	378	18.9:1	8.5
Conklin Elem School	3.9 mi	333	15.1:1	4.5
Haskell Elementary School	4.0 mi	285	15.8:1	5.5

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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+ 3.6 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 15:1

Instructional Commitment

C 3.4 / 10

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School Day Length 6.3 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,108.8

Diversity & Inclusion

A- 8.0 / 10

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Diversity Index 50%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

B- 4.7 / 10

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Enrollment 692

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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 68.5%

Black 12.0%

Two or More 9.0%

Hispanic 7.4%

Asian 2.9%

Native American 0.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3411 N ALPINE RD, Rockford, IL 61114

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rockford Lutheran School - Jr/sr High School may also want to explore other schools in the area. NORTH LOVE CHRISTIAN (rated 7.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CONCORDIA LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Machesney Park), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rockford, see our Rockford schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Clifford P Carlson Elem School Rockford	0.5 mi	360	5.2
Spring Creek Elem School Rockford	1.0 mi	532	6.0
NORTH LOVE CHRISTIAN Rockford	1.0 mi	64	7.6
Montessori Elementary School Rockford	1.3 mi	636	4.2
ROCKFORD LUTHERAN ACADEMY Rockford	1.5 mi	231	5.4
Eisenhower Middle School Rockford	1.4 mi	985	3.6
Guilford High School Rockford	1.3 mi	2,161	6.5
Brookview Elem School Rockford	1.6 mi	457	5.1
HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Rockford	1.7 mi	288	6.7
Windsor Elem School Loves Park	1.5 mi	373	4.6
ST BRIDGET SCHOOL Loves Park	1.5 mi	353	5.2
Maple Elem School Loves Park	1.9 mi	410	5.2
Harlem Middle School Loves Park	1.6 mi	951	6.0
Rock Cut Elem School Loves Park	2.0 mi	419	5.5
WALTER LAWSON CHILDRENS HOME Loves Park	2.2 mi	27	—
Loves Park Elem School Loves Park	1.7 mi	369	5.5
C Henry Bloom Elem School Rockford	2.3 mi	418	4.0
Maud E Johnson Elem School Rockford	2.5 mi	385	3.6
Donald C Parker Early Educ Center Machesney Park	2.4 mi	562	6.3
CONCORDIA LUTHERAN SCHOOL Machesney Park	2.2 mi	49	6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 61114 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$83,472

Median Home Value

$196,000

Median Rent

$1,284/mo

Population

15,026

College Educated

47.5%

Homeownership

71.3%

Avg Commute

20.5 min

Poverty Rate

Median Age

46.8

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COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL OF AMERICA Lombard, IL	521	4.9
PEORIA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL - MONROE Peoria Heights, IL	591	5.1
SCHAUMBURG CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Schaumburg, IL	740	5.1
MARYVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Maryville, IL	534	5.4
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UNIVERSAL SCHOOL Bridgeview, IL	666	5.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rockford Lutheran School - Jr/sr High School

What grades does Rockford Lutheran School - Jr/sr High School serve?

Rockford Lutheran School - Jr/sr High School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Rockford Lutheran School - Jr/sr High School?

Rockford Lutheran School - Jr/sr High School has an enrollment of approximately 692 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rockford Lutheran School - Jr/sr High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Rockford Lutheran School - Jr/sr High School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Rockford Lutheran School - Jr/sr High School rank in IL?

Rockford Lutheran School - Jr/sr High School ranks #630 of 716 private schools in IL.

What is Rockford Lutheran School - Jr/sr High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Rockford Lutheran School - Jr/sr High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Rockford Lutheran School - Jr/sr High School a private school?

Yes, Rockford Lutheran School - Jr/sr High 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 Rockford Lutheran School - Jr/sr High School a religious school?

Rockford Lutheran School - Jr/sr High School has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 23 Car-Dependent
Bike Score: 32 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment: 692
Gender Split: 48% M / 52% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
Teachers (FTE): 46
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
School Day: 6.3 hours
Days Per Year: 176 days
Setting: Midsize City
County: Winnebago County
Phone: (815) 877-9551

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