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#364 of 716 private schools in IL
St Peter Lutheran School
Elementary School
111 W OLIVE ST, Arlington Heights, IL 60004
Enrollment
272
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
272
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#364 of 716
In Arlington Heights
#4 of 5
public schools
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St Peter Lutheran School
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About St Peter Lutheran School
St Peter Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Arlington Heights, IL. St Peter Lutheran School serves approximately 272 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. St Peter Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #364 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
St Peter 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 Peter Lutheran School compares to 12 public schools serving similar grades in Arlington Heights, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Peter Lutheran School (this school) | 6.3 |
| Olive-Mary Stitt School | 7.9 |
| Thomas Middle School | 7.4 |
| Patton Elem School | 6.8 |
| Windsor Elementary School | 7.8 |
| Ivy Hill Elem School | 8.2 |
| South Middle School | 8.3 |
| Greenbrier Elem School | 8.7 |
| Westgate Elem School | 8.0 |
| Edgar A Poe Elem School | 7.1 |
| Dryden Elem School | 7.1 |
| J W Riley Elem School | 7.0 |
| Juliette Low Elem School | 4.1 |
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
111 W OLIVE ST, Arlington Heights, IL 60004
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Peter Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Greenbrier Elem School (rated 8.7/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ivy Hill Elem School (rated 8.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Westgate Elem School (rated 8.0/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Arlington Heights, see our Arlington Heights schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Olive-Mary Stitt School Arlington Heights | 0.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Thomas Middle School Arlington Heights | 0.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Patton Elem School Arlington Heights | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| ST VIATOR HIGH SCHOOL Arlington Heights | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| South Middle School Arlington Heights | 1.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Ivy Hill Elem School Arlington Heights | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| OUR LADY OF THE WAYSIDE SCHOOL Arlington Heights | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Windsor Elementary School Arlington Heights | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| CHICAGO FUTABAKAI JAPANESE SCHOOL Arlington Heights | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Westgate Elem School Arlington Heights | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Greenbrier Elem School Arlington Heights | 1.7 mi | 8.7 |
| John Hersey High School Arlington Heights | 1.3 mi | 9.3 |
| Edgar A Poe Elem School Arlington Heights | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Dryden Elem School Arlington Heights | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| FLOWER GARDEN NURSERY SCHOOL & DAYCARE CENTER Arlington Heights | 1.6 mi | — |
| Lake Louise Elem School Palatine | 1.9 mi | 3.7 |
| J W Riley Elem School Arlington Heights | 2.3 mi | 7.0 |
| NEWHOPE ACADEMY Arlington Heights | 2.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Kimball Hill Elem School Rolling Meadows | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| MacArthur Middle School Prospect Heights | 2.0 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60004 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$124,962
Median Home Value
$415,100
Median Rent
$1,703/mo
Population
51,884
College Educated
58.7%
Homeownership
77.3%
Avg Commute
29.1 min
Poverty Rate
6.1%
Median Age
42
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| EMBERS ACADEMY Niles, IL | 6.3 |
| Earle Elem School Chicago, IL | 6.3 |
| Earlville Elem School Earlville, IL | 6.3 |
| East Dubuque Elem School East Dubuque, IL | 6.3 |
| Enos Elem School Springfield, IL | 6.3 |
| Grace McWayne Elementary School Batavia, IL | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Peter Lutheran School
What grades does St Peter Lutheran School serve?
St Peter Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Peter Lutheran School?
St Peter Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 272 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Peter Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Peter Lutheran School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Peter Lutheran School rank in IL?
St Peter Lutheran School ranks #364 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is St Peter Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Peter Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Peter Lutheran School a private school?
Yes, St Peter 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 Peter Lutheran School a religious school?
St Peter 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
- 272
- Gender Split
- 41% M / 59% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (224) 387-3820
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