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#490 of 716 private schools in IL
St Paul's Lutheran School
Elementary School
108 W WOODWORTH RD, Milford, IL 60953
Enrollment
53
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
53
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#490 of 716
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St Paul's Lutheran School
Elementary School in Milford · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Paul's Lutheran School
St Paul's Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Milford, IL. St Paul's Lutheran School serves approximately 53 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.3:1 student-teacher ratio. St Paul's Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #490 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 5.7 · Average
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 53 students, St Paul'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 Paul'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 Paul'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 Paul's Lutheran School compares to the 2 public schools in Milford, IL
Student Demographics
All Schools in Milford
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Paul's Lutheran School (this school) | 5.7 |
| Milford Grade School West Campus | 9.0 |
| Milford High School Campus | 8.2 |
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
108 W WOODWORTH RD, Milford, IL 60953
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Paul's Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Milford Grade School West Campus (rated 9.0/10, 8.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Iroquois West Elem School/Gilman (rated 8.9/10, 10.6 miles away, in nearby Gilman), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Glenn Raymond School (rated 8.2/10, 9.7 miles away, in nearby Watseka), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Milford, see our Milford schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Cissna Park Sr High School Cissna Park | 6.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Cissna Park Elementary School Cissna Park | 6.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Cissna Park Jr High School Cissna Park | 6.6 mi | 3.4 |
| Crescent City Grade School Crescent City | 7.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Milford Grade School West Campus Milford | 8.1 mi | 9.0 |
| Milford High School Campus Milford | 8.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Glenn Raymond School Watseka | 9.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Watseka Junior High School Watseka | 9.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Watseka Comm High School Watseka | 9.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Wanda Kendall Elem School Watseka | 9.9 mi | 6.0 |
| GRAND PRAIRIE SCHOOL Onarga | 9.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Iroquois West Middle School Onarga | 9.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Iroquois West High School Gilman | 10.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Iroquois West Elem School/Gilman Gilman | 10.6 mi | 8.9 |
| ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Buckley | 10.7 mi | 4.9 |
| CHRIST LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Buckley | 11.0 mi | — |
| Iroquois West Elem Sch/Danforth Danforth | 13.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Ashkum Early Literacy Center Ashkum | 16.2 mi | 5.0 |
| John Greer Elem School Hoopeston | 16.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Maple Elem School Hoopeston | 16.6 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60953 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,662
Median Home Value
$98,500
Median Rent
$720/mo
Population
2,141
College Educated
21.7%
Homeownership
78.3%
Avg Commute
24.9 min
Poverty Rate
16.4%
Median Age
41.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Paul's Lutheran School
What grades does St Paul's Lutheran School serve?
St Paul's Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Paul's Lutheran School?
St Paul's Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 53 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Paul's Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Paul'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 Paul's Lutheran School rank in IL?
St Paul's Lutheran School ranks #490 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is St Paul's Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Paul's Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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's Lutheran School a private school?
Yes, St Paul'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 Paul's Lutheran School a religious school?
St Paul'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
- 53
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 7.1 hours
- Days Per Year
- 166 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Iroquois County
- Phone
- (815) 889-4209
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