Very Good
#169 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 24% of private schools
St Philip Lutheran School
Elementary School
2500 W BRYN MAWR AVE, Chicago, IL 60659
Enrollment
36
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
36
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#169 of 716
In Chicago
#58 of 162
public schools
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St Philip 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 Philip Lutheran School
St Philip Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Chicago, IL. St Philip Lutheran School serves approximately 36 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 5.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St Philip Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #169 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 36 students, St Philip 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 5.5:1 students to teachers, St Philip Lutheran School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Philip 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 Philip Lutheran School compares to 503 public schools serving similar grades in Chicago, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Philip Lutheran School (this school) | 7.2 |
| Jamieson Elem School | 7.2 |
| Budlong Elem School | 7.5 |
| Chappell Elem School | 7.3 |
| Clinton Elem School | 5.5 |
| Stone Elem Scholastic Academy | 8.3 |
| Peterson Elem School | 4.9 |
| Asian Human Srvcs-Passage Chrtr | 5.0 |
| Edison Elem Regional Gifted Cntr | 9.7 |
| Albany Park Multicultural Elem | 5.7 |
| Hibbard Elem School | 6.2 |
| McPherson Elem School | 5.6 |
| Peirce Elem Intl Studies School | 6.9 |
| Waters Elem School | 8.6 |
| Mosaic School of Fine Arts | 6.4 |
| Hayt Elem School | 5.8 |
| West Ridge Elem School | 7.7 |
| North River Elem School | 6.6 |
| Swift Elem Specialty School | 5.4 |
| Solomon Elem School | 8.3 |
| Bateman Elem School | 6.4 |
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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
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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
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
2500 W BRYN MAWR AVE, Chicago, IL 60659
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Philip Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Waters Elem School (rated 8.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Stone Elem Scholastic Academy (rated 8.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ROGERS PARK MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Jamieson Elem School Chicago | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Budlong Elem School Chicago | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| NORTHSHORE ADVENTIST ACADEMY Chicago | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Mather High School Chicago | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Clinton Elem School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Chappell Elem School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| ST MATTHIAS SCHOOL Chicago | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| YESHIVAS TIFERES TZVI Chicago | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Stone Elem Scholastic Academy Chicago | 0.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Amundsen High School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Northside College Preparatory Hs Chicago | 0.8 mi | 9.5 |
| MISERICORDIA SCHOOL Chicago | 1.0 mi | — |
| LAWRENCE HALL SCHOOL Chicago | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| ROGERS PARK MONTESSORI SCHOOL Chicago | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| HANNA SACKS BAIS YAAKOV HIGH SCHOOL Chicago | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Waters Elem School Chicago | 1.3 mi | 8.6 |
| JOAN DACHS BAIS YAAKOV ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chicago | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| LUBAVITCH GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL Chicago | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| QUEEN OF ANGELS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chicago | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Peterson Elem School Chicago | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60659 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,033
Median Home Value
$358,800
Median Rent
$1,391/mo
Population
42,008
College Educated
40.2%
Homeownership
45.4%
Avg Commute
30.5 min
Poverty Rate
16.8%
Median Age
36.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Philip Lutheran School
What grades does St Philip Lutheran School serve?
St Philip Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Philip Lutheran School?
St Philip Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 36 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Philip Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Philip Lutheran School is 5.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Philip Lutheran School rank in IL?
St Philip Lutheran School ranks #169 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is St Philip Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Philip Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Philip Lutheran School a private school?
Yes, St Philip 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 Philip Lutheran School a religious school?
St Philip 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
- 36
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (773) 561-9830
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