Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked IL School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 257 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
St. Johns Lutheran School
About the School
- St. Johns Lutheran School in Mattoon, IL offers co–ed education for grades K–8 in a town setting.
- The school enrolls 257 udents with a student–teacher ratio of 14:1 supported by 19 teachers.
- Approximately 13% of the udent body represents students of color, reflecting some diversity within the school community.
- Johns Lutheran School is affiliated with the National Lutheran Schools Accreditation and holds an Other Lutheran religious orientation.
- The school maintains a casual dress code and ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for large student body size.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked IL School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 257 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Rankings
St. Johns Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Facts
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Students By Grade
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
257 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
13%
State avg.: 34%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.:
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does St. Johns Lutheran School offer?
St. Johns Lutheran School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Archery, Basketball, Cheering, Soccer and Volleyball.
What is St. Johns Lutheran School's ranking?
St. Johns Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Johns Lutheran School?
The application deadline for St. Johns Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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