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Zion Lutheran School
Elementary School
540 OAK PARK AVE, Beecher, IL 60401
Enrollment
28
Student-Teacher
5.6:1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
28
Student-Teacher
5.6:1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Zion Lutheran School
Elementary School in Beecher · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Zion Lutheran School
Zion Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Beecher, IL. Zion Lutheran School serves approximately 28 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 5.6:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 28 students, Zion 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 5.6:1 students to teachers, Zion Lutheran School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
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 the 3 public schools in Beecher, IL
Student Demographics
All Schools in Beecher
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Zion Lutheran School (this school) | — |
| Beecher Elem School | 5.0 |
| Beecher High School | 5.2 |
| Beecher Junior High School | 4.2 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 28 students
- Type
- Private · Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.6:1
- Address
- 540 OAK PARK AVE, Beecher, IL 60401
- Phone
- (708) 946-2272
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in IL aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Test Scores
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
540 OAK PARK AVE, Beecher, IL 60401
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Zion Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ILLINOIS LUTHERAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Crete). Another option is MOTHER TERESA CATHOLIC ACADEMY (rated 6.7/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Crete). Additionally, Grant Park Elem School (rated 6.1/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Grant Park). For more schools in Beecher, see our Beecher schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Beecher Elem School Beecher | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Beecher High School Beecher | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Beecher Junior High School Beecher | 1.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Balmoral Elem Sch Crete | 5.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Crete-Monee Middle School University Park | 6.2 mi | 6.0 |
| ILLINOIS LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL AND JUNIOR HIGH Crete | 6.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Grant Park High School Grant Park | 6.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Crete-Monee Early Childhood Cntr Crete | 6.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Crete-Monee High School Crete | 6.9 mi | 7.4 |
| ILLINOIS LUTHERAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Crete | 7.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Grant Park Elem School Grant Park | 7.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Coretta Scott King Magnet Sch University Park | 6.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Crete Elementary School Crete | 7.2 mi | 5.7 |
| FAITH MOVERS ACADEMY University Park | 7.3 mi | 4.9 |
| MOTHER TERESA CATHOLIC ACADEMY Crete | 7.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Columbia Central School Steger | 8.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Monee Elementary School Monee | 7.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Steger Intermediate Center Steger | 8.8 mi | 3.5 |
| FOUNDATIONS 4 ADVANCEMENT Steger | 8.8 mi | — |
| Steger Primary Center South Chicago Heights | 9.4 mi | 2.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,279
Median Home Value
$239,000
Median Rent
$1,078/mo
Population
7,581
College Educated
19.5%
Homeownership
84.9%
Avg Commute
32 min
Poverty Rate
4.4%
Median Age
42.6
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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 28 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Zion Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at Zion Lutheran School is 5.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
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
- 28
- Gender Split
- 54% M / 46% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Will County
- Phone
- (708) 946-2272
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