Needs Improvement
#704 of 716 private schools in IL
St Paul Lutheran School
Elementary School
7621 S DORCHESTER AVE, Chicago, IL 60619
Enrollment
75
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
75
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#704 of 716
In Chicago
#159 of 162
public schools
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St Paul Lutheran School
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About St Paul Lutheran School
St Paul Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Chicago, IL. St Paul Lutheran School serves approximately 75 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. St Paul Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #704 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 75 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 503 public schools serving similar grades in Chicago, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Paul Lutheran School (this school) | 3.5 |
| Madison Elem School | 5.0 |
| Art in Motion Charter School | 6.0 |
| Avalon Park Elem School | 5.4 |
| Betty Shabazz Internl Charter Sch | 6.4 |
| Revere Elem School | 4.6 |
| South Shore Fine Arts Elem Sch | 4.5 |
| Bouchet Elem Math & Science Acad | 5.4 |
| Tanner Elem School | 5.1 |
| CICS - Avalon/South Shore | 6.5 |
| Mann Elem School | 6.6 |
| Noble St Chtr-Comer College Prep | 5.0 |
| Parkside Elem Community Academy | 6.1 |
| OKeeffe Elem School | 5.2 |
| Woodlawn Elem Community School | 5.3 |
| Ashe Elem School | 4.5 |
| Daisy Bates Acad of Social Justic | 4.4 |
| Park Manor Elem School | 6.7 |
| Dixon Elem School | 5.6 |
| Pirie Elem Fine Arts & Academic C | 4.5 |
| Ruggles Elem School | 6.4 |
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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
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
7621 S DORCHESTER AVE, Chicago, IL 60619
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Paul Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mann Elem School (rated 6.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CICS - Avalon/South Shore (rated 6.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Betty Shabazz Internl Charter Sch (rated 6.4/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Madison Elem School Chicago | 0.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Avalon Park Elem School Chicago | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Art in Motion Charter School Chicago | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Betty Shabazz Internl Charter Sch Chicago | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| South Shore Fine Arts Elem Sch Chicago | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Hirsch Metropolitan High School Chicago | 0.6 mi | 4.6 |
| WEE CARE NURSERY SCHOOL Chicago | 0.7 mi | — |
| Revere Elem School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| South Shore Intl Col Prep HS Chicago | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| CICS - Avalon/South Shore Chicago | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Parkside Elem Community Academy Chicago | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| YCCS-Sullivan House Alt HS Chicago | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Bouchet Elem Math & Science Acad Chicago | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| SOUTH CENTRAL SCHOOL MAIN CAMPUS Chicago | 1.0 mi | — |
| Noble St Chtr-Comer College Prep Chicago | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Mann Elem School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Tanner Elem School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Woodlawn Elem Community School Chicago | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Daisy Bates Acad of Social Justic Chicago | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Ashe Elem School Chicago | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60619 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$43,403
Median Home Value
$213,000
Median Rent
$1,054/mo
Population
59,892
College Educated
27.5%
Homeownership
43.3%
Avg Commute
37.2 min
Poverty Rate
25.9%
Median Age
41.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ashmore Elem School Ashmore, IL | 3.6 |
| ILM MONTESSORI INC Lombard, IL | 3.6 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Murphysboro, IL | 3.7 |
| ST NORBERT SCHOOL Hardin, IL | 3.3 |
| Summit Elementary School Collinsville, IL | 3.3 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Stewardson, IL | 3.2 |
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 75 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Paul Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Paul Lutheran 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 St Paul Lutheran School rank in IL?
St Paul Lutheran School ranks #704 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 3.5 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.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 75
- Gender Split
- 71% M / 29% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 5.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (773) 721-1438
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