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#527 of 716 private schools in IL
St Paul Lutheran School
Elementary School
846 N MENARD AVE, Chicago, IL 60651
Enrollment
43
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
43
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#527 of 716
In Chicago
#139 of 162
public schools
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St Paul Lutheran School
Elementary School in Chicago · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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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 43 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio. St Paul Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #527 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 5.5 · Average
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 43 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.
At 8.6:1 students to teachers, St Paul Lutheran School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
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) | 5.5 |
| Brunson Math & Sci Specialty Elem | 5.5 |
| Howe Elem School | 3.7 |
| Young Elem School | 4.3 |
| Ellington Elem School | 4.7 |
| Hay Elem Community Academy | 4.9 |
| Moving Everest Charter School | 7.0 |
| Catalyst Charter-Circle Rock ES | 4.9 |
| Lewis Elem School | 6.9 |
| McNair Elem School | 6.3 |
| Nash Elem School | 5.1 |
| KIPP Academy Chicago Campus | 7.5 |
| Depriest Elem School | 4.8 |
| Spencer Technology Acad Elem Sch | 4.9 |
| Lovett Elem School | 5.5 |
| Burbank Elem School | 5.4 |
| Plato Learning Acad Elem School | 3.0 |
| Acero Chtr Roberto Clemente Elem | 7.2 |
| CICS - West Belden Campus | 7.1 |
| Northwest Middle School | 4.7 |
| Belmont-Cragin Elem School | 4.6 |
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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
846 N MENARD AVE, Chicago, IL 60651
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Paul Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. William Beye Elem School (rated 8.1/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Oak Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is William Hatch Elem School (rated 7.7/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Oak Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Whittier Elem School (rated 7.6/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Oak Park), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Brunson Math & Sci Specialty Elem Chicago | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Douglass Academy High School Chicago | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| ST ANGELA SCHOOL Chicago | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| AUSTIN CAREER EDUCATION CENTER Chicago | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Howe Elem School Chicago | 0.6 mi | 3.7 |
| Young Elem School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 4.3 |
| Ellington Elem School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Whittier Elem School Oak Park | 0.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Austin College and Career Acad HS Chicago | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| William Beye Elem School Oak Park | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Catalyst Charter-Circle Rock ES Chicago | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Hay Elem Community Academy Chicago | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| ST CATHERINE SIENA-ST LUCY SCHOOL Oak Park | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Chicago | 1.0 mi | — |
| William Hatch Elem School Oak Park | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| LITTLE FOLKS COTTAGE DAYCARE & NURSERY Chicago | 1.1 mi | — |
| Moving Everest Charter School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Depriest Elem School Chicago | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Oak Park & River Forest High Sch Oak Park | 1.0 mi | 9.5 |
| INTERCULTURAL MONTESSORI LANGUAGE SCHOOL Oak Park | 1.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60651 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,963
Median Home Value
$262,700
Median Rent
$1,186/mo
Population
63,892
College Educated
16.3%
Homeownership
45.8%
Avg Commute
35.4 min
Poverty Rate
25.2%
Median Age
34.8
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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 43 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Paul Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Paul Lutheran School is 8.6:1. 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 #527 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 5.5 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
- 43
- Gender Split
- 42% M / 58% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (773) 378-6644
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