Very Good
#192 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 27% of private schools
St Paul Lutheran School
Elementary School
85 S CONSTITUTION DR, Aurora, IL 60506
Enrollment
128
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
128
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#192 of 716
In Aurora
#6 of 12
public schools
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St Paul Lutheran School
Elementary School in Aurora · 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 Aurora, IL. St Paul Lutheran School serves approximately 128 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. St Paul Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #192 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 128 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 42 public schools serving similar grades in Aurora, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Paul Lutheran School (this school) | 7.1 |
| Washington Middle School | 4.2 |
| West Aurora Learning Center/ELA | 4.7 |
| Hall Elem School | 4.1 |
| Freeman Elem School | 5.2 |
| Jefferson Middle School | 5.8 |
| McCleery Elem School | 3.8 |
| Herget Middle School | 4.7 |
| Greenman Elem School | 4.6 |
| Smith Elem School | 6.2 |
| Hill Elem School | 3.2 |
| Hope D Wall TMH Child Dev Ctr | — |
| C M Bardwell Elem School | 5.1 |
| Rose E Krug Elem School | 5.0 |
| K D Waldo Middle School | 4.8 |
| Fred Rodgers Magnet Acad | 8.1 |
| Benavides Steam Academy | 6.8 |
| L D Brady Elem School | 6.2 |
| G N Dieterich Elem School | 5.2 |
| John Gates Elem School | 5.3 |
| Nicholas A Hermes Elem School | 4.6 |
Showing 20 of 42 schools. View all schools in Aurora
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
85 S CONSTITUTION DR, Aurora, IL 60506
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Paul Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is RESURRECTION LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, FOX VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Aurora, see our Aurora schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Washington Middle School Aurora | 0.4 mi | 4.2 |
| West Aurora Learning Center/ELA Aurora | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Aurora | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Aurora | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Hall Elem School Aurora | 1.0 mi | 4.1 |
| ROSARY HIGH SCHOOL Aurora | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Freeman Elem School Aurora | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Herget Middle School Aurora | 1.8 mi | 4.7 |
| West Aurora High School Aurora | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Jefferson Middle School Aurora | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| RESURRECTION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Aurora | 2.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Illinois Mathematics and Science Aurora | 1.9 mi | — |
| FOX VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Aurora | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| McCleery Elem School Aurora | 1.7 mi | 3.8 |
| HOLY ANGELS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Aurora | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Greenman Elem School Aurora | 2.1 mi | 4.6 |
| ST RITA OF CASCIA SCHOOL Aurora | 2.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Smith Elem School Aurora | 2.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Nicholson Elem School Montgomery | 2.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Kaneland McDole Elem School Montgomery | 2.9 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60506 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,105
Median Home Value
$246,700
Median Rent
$1,305/mo
Population
49,886
College Educated
29.4%
Homeownership
67.2%
Avg Commute
24.9 min
Poverty Rate
11.7%
Median Age
36
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bethel Grade School Mount Vernon, IL | 7.1 |
| CRYSTAL LAKE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Woodstock, IL | 7.1 |
| Centennial School El Paso, IL | 7.1 |
| MIDWESTERN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Chicago, IL | 7.1 |
| Marine Elem School Marine, IL | 7.1 |
| N CAMPUS OF POPE ST JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC ACADEMY Aurora, IL | 7.1 |
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 128 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Paul Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Paul Lutheran School is 11.9:1. 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 #192 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 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St 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
- 128
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Kane County
- Phone
- (630) 896-3350
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