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#446 of 716 private schools in IL
St Paul Lutheran School
Elementary School
18 S SCHOOL ST, Mount Prospect, IL 60056
Enrollment
181
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
181
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#446 of 716
In Mount Prospect
#3 of 3
public schools
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About St Paul Lutheran School
St Paul Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Mount Prospect, IL. St Paul Lutheran School serves approximately 181 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Paul Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #446 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 5.9 · Average
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 181 students, St Paul 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.
St Paul 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 Paul Lutheran School compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Mount Prospect, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Paul Lutheran School (this school) | 5.9 |
| Lincoln Middle School | 6.5 |
| Euclid Elem School | 7.5 |
| River Trails Middle School | 7.9 |
| Robert Frost Elem School | 5.1 |
| Forest View Elem School | 6.4 |
| Holmes Jr High School | 6.3 |
| Indian Grove Elem School | 8.0 |
| John Jay Elem School | 6.0 |
| Robert Frost Elem School | 5.8 |
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
18 S SCHOOL ST, Mount Prospect, IL 60056
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Paul Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cumberland Elem School (rated 9.1/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Des Plaines), which scores notably higher. Another option is Terrace Elem School (rated 8.7/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Des Plaines), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Prairie Trails School (rated 7.9/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Mt. Prospect), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mount Prospect, see our Mount Prospect schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lions Park Elem School Mt. Prospect | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| ST RAYMOND SCHOOL Mount Prospect | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Lincoln Middle School Mount Prospect | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Fairview Elem School Mt. Prospect | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Brentwood Elem School Des Plaines | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Prospect High School Mt. Prospect | 1.3 mi | 9.1 |
| Euclid Elem School Mount Prospect | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Chippewa Middle School Des Plaines | 1.4 mi | 8.4 |
| Westbrook Early Learning Cntr Mt. Prospect | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Cumberland Elem School Des Plaines | 1.5 mi | 9.1 |
| River Trails Middle School Mount Prospect | 1.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Terrace Elem School Des Plaines | 1.9 mi | 8.7 |
| Robert Frost Elem School Mount Prospect | 1.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Dwight D Eisenhower Elem School Prospect Heights | 2.2 mi | 5.3 |
| MARYVILLE JEN SCHOOL Des Plaines | 1.8 mi | — |
| FLOWER GARDEN NURSERY SCHOOL & DAYCARE CENTER Arlington Heights | 2.3 mi | — |
| JOSEPH ACADEMY Des Plaines | 1.9 mi | — |
| Forest View Elem School Mount Prospect | 2.0 mi | 6.4 |
| The Early Learning Center Mt. Prospect | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Prairie Trails School Mt. Prospect | 2.1 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60056 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$104,168
Median Home Value
$376,300
Median Rent
$1,456/mo
Population
55,989
College Educated
48.7%
Homeownership
70%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
6.1%
Median Age
41.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Paul Lutheran School
What grades does St Paul Lutheran School serve?
St Paul Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Paul Lutheran School?
St Paul Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 181 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Paul Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Paul Lutheran School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Paul Lutheran School rank in IL?
St Paul Lutheran School ranks #446 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is St Paul Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Paul Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Paul Lutheran School a private school?
Yes, St Paul 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 Paul Lutheran School a religious school?
St Paul Lutheran School has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 181
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (847) 255-6733
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