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#598 of 716 private schools in IL
St John Lutheran School
Elementary School
224 W HOLMES ST, Chester, IL 62233
Enrollment
97
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
97
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#598 of 716
In Chester
#2 of 2
public schools
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St John Lutheran School
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About St John Lutheran School
St John Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Chester, IL. St John Lutheran School serves approximately 97 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio. St John Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #598 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 5.1 · Average
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 97 students, St John 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.
At 8.4:1 students to teachers, St John Lutheran School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St John 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 St John Lutheran School compares to the 2 public schools in Chester, IL
Student Demographics
All Schools in Chester
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St John Lutheran School (this school) | 5.1 |
| Chester High School | 4.2 |
| Chester Elem School | 6.1 |
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
224 W HOLMES ST, Chester, IL 62233
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St John Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PERRYVILLE ELEM. (rated 8.1/10, 13.8 miles away, in nearby Perryville), which scores notably higher. Another option is PERRYVILLE PRIMARY CENTER (rated 6.8/10, 13.8 miles away, in nearby Perryville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Evansville Attendance Center (rated 6.4/10, 13.6 miles away, in nearby Evansville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chester, see our Chester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST MARYS SCHOOL Chester | 0.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Chester High School Chester | 0.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Chester Elem School Chester | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Steeleville High School Steeleville | 10.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Steeleville Elem School Steeleville | 10.7 mi | 5.0 |
| ST MARKS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Steeleville | 10.8 mi | 5.7 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Perryville | 13.5 mi | 5.5 |
| ST VINCENT DE PAUL JR/SR SCHOOLS Perryville | 13.6 mi | 4.7 |
| PERRYVILLE SR. HIGH Perryville | 13.7 mi | 3.5 |
| PERRYVILLE PRIMARY CENTER Perryville | 13.8 mi | 6.8 |
| PERRY CO. MIDDLE Perryville | 13.8 mi | 7.5 |
| PERRYVILLE ELEM. Perryville | 13.8 mi | 8.1 |
| CHRIST OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Evansville | 13.2 mi | — |
| Evansville Attendance Center Evansville | 13.6 mi | 6.4 |
| VALLE CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Sainte Genevieve | 13.1 mi | 6.4 |
| STE. GENEVIEVE MIDDLE Ste Genevieve | 13.3 mi | 8.2 |
| STE. GENEVIEVE SR. HIGH Ste Genevieve | 13.4 mi | 6.0 |
| STE. GENEVIEVE ELEM. Ste Genevieve | 13.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Sparta High School Sparta | 16.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Sparta Lincoln School Sparta | 16.4 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 62233 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$78,333
Median Home Value
$111,500
Median Rent
$645/mo
Population
8,233
College Educated
8.6%
Homeownership
77.3%
Avg Commute
21.4 min
Poverty Rate
17.7%
Median Age
44
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Grand Prairie Elem School Centralia, IL | 5.1 |
| Lester Crawl Primary Ctr Lansing, IL | 5.1 |
| Lick Creek Elem School Buncombe, IL | 5.1 |
| Riverdale School Riverdale, IL | 5.1 |
| ST LOUIS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Nokomis, IL | 5.1 |
| ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mount Sterling, IL | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St John Lutheran School
What grades does St John Lutheran School serve?
St John Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St John Lutheran School?
St John Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 97 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St John Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at St John Lutheran School is 8.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St John Lutheran School rank in IL?
St John Lutheran School ranks #598 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is St John Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
St John Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St John Lutheran School a private school?
Yes, St John 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 St John Lutheran School a religious school?
St John Lutheran School has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 97
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 5.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 165 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Randolph County
- Phone
- (618) 826-4345
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