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#528 of 716 private schools in IL
Zion Lutheran School
Elementary School
1810 MCCLINTOCK AVE, Belleville, IL 62221
Enrollment
228
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
228
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#528 of 716
In Belleville
#8 of 9
public schools
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Zion Lutheran School
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About Zion Lutheran School
Zion Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Belleville, IL. Zion Lutheran School serves approximately 228 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Zion Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #528 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 5.5 · Average
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Zion 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 Zion Lutheran School compares to 18 public schools serving similar grades in Belleville, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Zion Lutheran School (this school) | 5.5 |
| Douglas Elem School | 4.9 |
| Jefferson Elem School | 6.3 |
| Washington School | 5.3 |
| Franklin Elem School | 5.2 |
| Whiteside Elem School | 5.1 |
| Belle Valley School | 6.5 |
| Central Jr High School | 5.5 |
| Whiteside Middle School | 5.0 |
| Westhaven Elementary | 5.3 |
| Roosevelt Elem School | 5.3 |
| Henry Raab Elem School | 4.2 |
| Union Elem School | 5.8 |
| Abraham Lincoln Elem School | 3.3 |
| West Jr High School | 5.5 |
| Harmony Intermediate Center | 6.4 |
| Emge Junior High School | 4.6 |
| Ellis Elem School | 4.6 |
| Signal Hill Elem School | 6.0 |
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
1810 MCCLINTOCK AVE, Belleville, IL 62221
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Zion Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wingate Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Shiloh), which scores notably higher. Another option is ELITE SCHOLARS STEAM ACADEMY (rated 6.9/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Swansea), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wolf Branch Elem School (rated 6.7/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Swansea), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Belleville, see our Belleville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Douglas Elem School Belleville | 0.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Belleville High School-East Belleville | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Jefferson Elem School Belleville | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| ILLINOIS CENTER FOR AUTISM Belleville | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| ST TERESA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Belleville | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Washington School Belleville | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Whiteside Elem School Belleville | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Belle Valley School Belleville | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Central Jr High School Belleville | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| GOVERNOR FRENCH ACADEMY Belleville | 1.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Franklin Elem School Belleville | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Whiteside Middle School Belleville | 2.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Westhaven Elementary Belleville | 2.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Wingate Elementary School Shiloh | 2.0 mi | 8.8 |
| High Mount Elem School Swansea | 2.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Roosevelt Elem School Belleville | 2.1 mi | 5.3 |
| ELITE SCHOLARS STEAM ACADEMY Swansea | 2.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Henry Raab Elem School Belleville | 2.4 mi | 4.2 |
| NOTRE DAME ACADEMY OF BELLEVILLE Belleville | 2.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Wolf Branch Elem School Swansea | 3.4 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 62221 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$78,619
Median Home Value
$207,200
Median Rent
$1,078/mo
Population
29,281
College Educated
36.6%
Homeownership
66.4%
Avg Commute
24.1 min
Poverty Rate
9.5%
Median Age
37.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Blackstone Elem School Mendota, IL | 5.5 |
| CALVIN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL South Holland, IL | 5.5 |
| CATHEDRAL OF ST RAYMOND SCHOOL Joliet, IL | 5.5 |
| Carrollton Grade School Carrollton, IL | 5.5 |
| Carthage Primary School Carthage, IL | 5.5 |
| Coal City Elem School Coal City, IL | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Zion Lutheran School
What grades does Zion Lutheran School serve?
Zion Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Zion Lutheran School?
Zion Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 228 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Zion Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at Zion Lutheran School is 12.7:1. 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 rank in IL?
Zion Lutheran School ranks #528 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Zion Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
Zion Lutheran School 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 a private school?
Yes, Zion 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 Zion Lutheran School a religious school?
Zion 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
- 228
- Gender Split
- 45% M / 55% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 5.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 171 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Clair County
- Phone
- (618) 234-0275
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