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#227 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 32% of private schools
St John's Lutheran School
Elementary School
109 N SPRING ST, Elgin, IL 60120
Enrollment
52
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
52
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#227 of 716
In Elgin
#4 of 8
public schools
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St John's Lutheran School
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About St John's Lutheran School
St John's Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Elgin, IL. St John's Lutheran School serves approximately 52 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.3:1 student-teacher ratio. St John's Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #227 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 52 students, St John's 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 8.3:1 students to teachers, St John's 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's 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's Lutheran School compares to 24 public schools serving similar grades in Elgin, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St John's Lutheran School (this school) | 6.9 |
| Channing Memorial Elem School | 4.7 |
| Ronald D O Neal | 3.2 |
| McKinley Elem School | 3.7 |
| Ellis Middle School | 3.7 |
| Larsen Middle School | 5.8 |
| Lowrie Elem School | 3.2 |
| Washington Elem School | 3.4 |
| Abbott Middle School | 3.2 |
| Highland Elem School | 3.0 |
| Kimball Middle School | 3.9 |
| Lords Park Elem School | 4.1 |
| Huff Elem School | 3.5 |
| Harriet Gifford Elem School | 2.2 |
| Illinois Park Elem School | — |
| Coleman Elem School | 3.2 |
| Elgin Math and Science Acad Chtr | 6.4 |
| Century Oaks Elem School | 4.2 |
| Creekside Elem | 3.0 |
| Hillcrest Elem School | 4.2 |
| Hilltop Elementary School | 5.3 |
Showing 20 of 24 schools. View all schools in Elgin
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
109 N SPRING ST, Elgin, IL 60120
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St John's Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST MARY SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Channing Memorial Elem School (rated 4.7/10, 0.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Lords Park Elem School (rated 4.1/10, 1.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Elgin, see our Elgin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ELGIN ACADEMY Elgin | 0.3 mi | 7.7 |
| ST MARY SCHOOL Elgin | 0.4 mi | 7.1 |
| ST EDWARD CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Elgin | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Channing Memorial Elem School Elgin | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| McKinley Elem School Elgin | 0.8 mi | 3.7 |
| Lowrie Elem School Elgin | 0.9 mi | 3.2 |
| Ronald D O Neal Elgin | 0.7 mi | 3.2 |
| Larsen Middle School Elgin | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Ellis Middle School Elgin | 0.9 mi | 3.7 |
| Washington Elem School Elgin | 0.9 mi | 3.4 |
| Abbott Middle School Elgin | 1.1 mi | 3.2 |
| THE IVY ACADEMY & EARLY LEARNING Elgin | 1.3 mi | — |
| SUMMIT SCHOOL Elgin | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Coleman Elem School Elgin | 1.7 mi | 3.2 |
| Huff Elem School Elgin | 1.6 mi | 3.5 |
| Highland Elem School Elgin | 1.4 mi | 3.0 |
| Kimball Middle School Elgin | 1.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Harriet Gifford Elem School Elgin | 1.6 mi | 2.2 |
| Illinois Park Elem School Elgin | 1.6 mi | — |
| Lords Park Elem School Elgin | 1.6 mi | 4.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60120 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,305
Median Home Value
$227,000
Median Rent
$1,250/mo
Population
50,774
College Educated
19.4%
Homeownership
65.6%
Avg Commute
26.7 min
Poverty Rate
13.1%
Median Age
33.4
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| BETHESDA INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY Chicago, IL | 6.9 |
| ELITE SCHOLARS STEAM ACADEMY Swansea, IL | 6.9 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Lombard, IL | 6.9 |
| JOLIET MONTESSORI SCHOOL Crest Hill, IL | 7.0 |
| CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sterling, IL | 6.8 |
| LIONS MATH AND SCIENCE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Waukegan, IL | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St John's Lutheran School
What grades does St John's Lutheran School serve?
St John's Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St John's Lutheran School?
St John's Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 52 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St John's Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at St John's Lutheran School is 8.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St John's Lutheran School rank in IL?
St John's Lutheran School ranks #227 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is St John's Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
St John's Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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's Lutheran School a private school?
Yes, St John's 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's Lutheran School a religious school?
St John's 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
- 52
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 177 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Kane County
- Phone
- (847) 741-7633
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