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#525 of 716 private schools in IL
Zion Lutheran School Inc
Elementary School
203 S VINE ST, Mount Pulaski, IL 62548
Enrollment
62
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
62
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#525 of 716
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Zion Lutheran School Inc
Elementary School in Mount Pulaski · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Zion Lutheran School Inc
Zion Lutheran School Inc is a private elementary school in Mount Pulaski, IL. Zion Lutheran School Inc serves approximately 62 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Zion Lutheran School Inc has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #525 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 5.5 · Average
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 62 students, Zion Lutheran School Inc 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 9:1 students to teachers, Zion Lutheran School Inc sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Zion Lutheran School Inc 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 Zion Lutheran School Inc compares to the 2 public schools in Mount Pulaski, IL
Student Demographics
All Schools in Mount Pulaski
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Zion Lutheran School Inc (this school) | 5.5 |
| Mount Pulaski Elem School | 4.2 |
| Mount Pulaski High School | 6.7 |
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
203 S VINE ST, Mount Pulaski, IL 62548
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Zion Lutheran School Inc may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Central Elem School (rated 8.5/10, 10.8 miles away, in nearby Lincoln), which scores notably higher. Another option is Chester-East Lincoln Elem School (rated 7.5/10, 9.5 miles away, in nearby Lincoln), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Washington-Monroe Elem School (rated 7.4/10, 10.3 miles away, in nearby Lincoln), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mount Pulaski, see our Mount Pulaski schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Pulaski Elem School Mount Pulaski | 0.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Mount Pulaski High School Mount Pulaski | 0.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Chester-East Lincoln Elem School Lincoln | 9.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Lincoln Comm High School Lincoln | 9.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Washington-Monroe Elem School Lincoln | 10.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Sangamon Valley Middle School Illiopolis | 11.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Sangamon Valley Intermediate Sch Illiopolis | 11.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Lincoln Jr High School Lincoln | 10.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Central Elem School Lincoln | 10.8 mi | 8.5 |
| Adams Elem School Lincoln | 11.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Northwest Elem School Lincoln | 11.3 mi | 7.4 |
| West Lincoln-Broadwell Elem Sch Lincoln | 12.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Sangamon Valley High School Niantic | 12.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Tri-City High School Buffalo | 13.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Tri-City Elem School Buffalo | 13.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Tri-City Jr High School Buffalo | 13.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Warrensburg-Latham Middle Sch Warrensburg | 12.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Warrensburg-Latham High School Warrensburg | 12.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Warrensburg-Latham Elem Sch Warrensburg | 12.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Sangamon Valley Primary School Harristown | 15.0 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 62548 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,371
Median Home Value
$121,700
Median Rent
$771/mo
Population
2,116
College Educated
19.7%
Homeownership
86.3%
Avg Commute
23.9 min
Poverty Rate
7.5%
Median Age
47.9
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| CASA DEI BAMBINI Aurora, IL | 5.5 |
| Graymont Elem School Graymont, IL | 5.5 |
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| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Chicago, IL | 5.5 |
| LUTHERAN SCHOOL OF ST LUKE Itasca, IL | 5.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Zion Lutheran School Inc
What grades does Zion Lutheran School Inc serve?
Zion Lutheran School Inc serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Zion Lutheran School Inc?
Zion Lutheran School Inc has an enrollment of approximately 62 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Zion Lutheran School Inc?
The student-teacher ratio at Zion Lutheran School Inc is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Zion Lutheran School Inc rank in IL?
Zion Lutheran School Inc ranks #525 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Zion Lutheran School Inc's MySchoolScout rating?
Zion Lutheran School Inc has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Zion Lutheran School Inc a private school?
Yes, Zion Lutheran School Inc 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 Zion Lutheran School Inc a religious school?
Zion Lutheran School Inc has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 62
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 172 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Logan County
- Phone
- (217) 795-5715
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