Below Average
#642 of 716 private schools in IL
St Peters Lutheran School
Elementary School
7182 RENKEN RD, Dorsey, IL 62021
Enrollment
33
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
33
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#642 of 716
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St Peters Lutheran School
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About St Peters Lutheran School
St Peters Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Dorsey, IL. St Peters Lutheran School serves approximately 33 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St Peters Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #642 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 33 students, St Peters 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 9.2:1 students to teachers, St Peters Lutheran School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Peters 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.
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
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
7182 RENKEN RD, Dorsey, IL 62021
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Peters Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Columbus Elem School (rated 7.2/10, 10.5 miles away, in nearby Edwardsville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Worden Elementary School (rated 6.6/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Worden), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 10.4 miles away, in nearby Edwardsville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dorsey, see our Dorsey schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Midway School Moro | 3.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Wolf Ridge Education Center Bunker Hill | 5.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Bunker Hill High School Bunker Hill | 5.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Worden Elementary School Worden | 5.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Meadowbrook Intermediate Sch Moro | 6.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Hamel Elementary School Hamel | 6.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Parkside Primary School Bethalto | 6.7 mi | 6.0 |
| ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bethalto | 7.2 mi | 5.2 |
| OUR LADY QUEEN OF PEACE SCHOOL Bethalto | 7.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Bethalto East Primary School Bethalto | 7.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Wilbur Trimpe Middle School Bethalto | 7.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Staunton High School Staunton | 8.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Staunton Elem School Staunton | 8.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Staunton Jr High School Staunton | 8.0 mi | 5.6 |
| ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Staunton | 8.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Civic Memorial High School Bethalto | 8.3 mi | 6.3 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Edwardsville | 10.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Columbus Elem School Edwardsville | 10.5 mi | 7.2 |
| LAHR-WELL ACADEMY Edwardsville | 10.5 mi | — |
| LAHR-WELL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (L-W ACADEMY) Edwardsville | 10.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 62021 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$108,125
Median Home Value
$277,700
Population
1,127
College Educated
32.1%
Homeownership
98.8%
Poverty Rate
1.5%
Median Age
40.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ST PAUL SCHOOL Odell, IL | 4.8 |
| ICN NOOR ACADEMY Naperville, IL | 4.5 |
| KENSINGTON SCHOOL OF WHEATON Wheaton, IL | 4.5 |
| NEW LIFE CELEBRATION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Dolton, IL | 5.1 |
| Deer Park C C Elem School Ottawa, IL | 4.3 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Chicago, IL | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Peters Lutheran School
What grades does St Peters Lutheran School serve?
St Peters Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Peters Lutheran School?
St Peters Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 33 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Peters Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Peters Lutheran School is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Peters Lutheran School rank in IL?
St Peters Lutheran School ranks #642 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is St Peters Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Peters Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Peters Lutheran School a private school?
Yes, St Peters 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 Peters Lutheran School a religious school?
St Peters 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
- 33
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Madison County
- Phone
- (618) 888-2252
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