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#551 of 716 private schools in IL
Unity Lutheran Christian Elementary School
Elementary School · East Saint Louis, IL
A private elementary school in East Saint Louis, IL serving grades Pre-K – 8th.
1600 N 40TH ST, East Saint Louis, IL 62204
- 13:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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
Most recent published year. School vs. IL average.
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Getting around & local context
- Walk 21Car-Dependent
- Transit 31Some Transit
- Bike 39Somewhat Bikeable
- County Safety: Low144/100K
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Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$36,789
Median home value
$48,200
Median rent
$783/mo
College educated
7.9%
Homeownership
68.9%
Poverty rate
28.5%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 62204; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Student demographicsNCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) (SY 2021–22)
Source: NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS)
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
3 from a 5-mile search
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wyvetter Younge Sch of ExcellenceEnrollment path unverified | 6.7 | K–8 | 0.2 mi | 477 | Compare → |
| James Avant Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 6.4 | K–5 | 0.9 mi | 329 | Compare → |
| Annette Officer ElementaryEnrollment path unverified | 4.3 | K–4 | 1.5 mi | 331 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Unity Lutheran Christian Elementary School is listed in East Saint Louis, IL; verify the current enrollment path directly.
About Unity Lutheran Christian Elementary School
Unity Lutheran Christian Elementary School is a private elementary school in East Saint Louis, IL, serving approximately 143 students in grades Pre-K-8th with a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #551 of 716 private schools in IL.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Unity Lutheran Christian Elementary School
What grades does Unity Lutheran Christian Elementary School serve?
Unity Lutheran Christian Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Unity Lutheran Christian Elementary School?
Unity Lutheran Christian Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 143 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Unity Lutheran Christian Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Unity Lutheran Christian Elementary School is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Unity Lutheran Christian Elementary School rank in IL?
Unity Lutheran Christian Elementary School ranks #551 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Unity Lutheran Christian Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Unity Lutheran Christian Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Unity Lutheran Christian Elementary School a private school?
Yes, Unity Lutheran Christian Elementary 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 Unity Lutheran Christian Elementary School a religious school?
Unity Lutheran Christian Elementary School has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.
School factsNCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) (SY 2021–22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 143
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Clair County
- Phone
- (618) 874-6605
- Area population (ZIP 62204)
- 4,824
- Area median age
- 36.7
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) · SY 2021–22 · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 62204; this does not measure the attendance area.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments vintage unavailable; directory SY 2021–22
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