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St. Luke School

519 Ashland Ave
River Forest, IL 60305
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For more than a century, St. Luke School has provided a nurturing environment grounded in the Catholic faith, committed to the academic and spiritual development of each of our students in preschool through 8th grade.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked IL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 321 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $7,900
  • Acceptance rate: 98%
  • Average class size: 14 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

St. Luke School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1921
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Awards
 Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 1992, 2012

Student Body

Total Students
321 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
34%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
St. Luke School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Average Class Size
14 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Acceptance Rate
98%
National avg.: 82%

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
10 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Art ClubHistory Club
Math ClubReading Olympics
Spanish ClubSpeech Team
Student Council


Arts and Music Programs:
ChoirInstrumental and Vocal Lessons
Theater Programming

School Notes

  • School Motto: A Tradition of Excellence
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Luke School cost?
St. Luke School's tuition is approximately $7,900 for private students.
What schools are St. Luke School often compared to?
St. Luke School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Vincent Ferrer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Luke School?
The acceptance rate of St. Luke School is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 84%.
What sports does St. Luke School offer?
St. Luke School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is St. Luke School's ranking?
St. Luke School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Luke School?
The application deadline for St. Luke School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked IL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 321 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $7,900
  • Acceptance rate: 98%
  • Average class size: 14 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Cook County, IL is $13,443 for elementary schools and $19,368 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Cook County, IL is 83% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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