A Christian school with a distinctly Lutheran difference. Zion Lutheran School is a ministry of Zion Lutheran Church created to assist families in nurturing children through the power of the Gospel of Jesus Christ as proclaimed in Proverbs 22:6 and Matthew 28:19.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked IL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 63 students
- Yearly Tuition: $3,900
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Zion Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1975
Campus Size
1 acre
Student Body
Total Students
63 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
2%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
90%
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition cost is per child, with discounts for multiple children. Tuition assistance is also available.
% on Financial Aid
60%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,000
Sports
Total Sports Offered
7 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Scholastic Bowl TeamSpeech Team
Arts and Music Programs:
Band
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Zion Lutheran School cost?
Zion Lutheran School's tuition is approximately $3,900 for private students.
What schools are Zion Lutheran School often compared to?
Zion Lutheran School is often viewed alongside schools like Carroll Catholic School by visitors of our site.
What sports does Zion Lutheran School offer?
Zion Lutheran School offers 7 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Zion Lutheran School's ranking?
Zion Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Least expensive tuition and Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Zion Lutheran School?
The application deadline for Zion Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby 草榴社区 Schools
Popular comparisons: Zion Lutheran School vs. Carroll Catholic School
The nearest high school and elementary school to Zion Lutheran School is Lincoln Academy (1.1 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Carroll Catholic School (2.0 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Lincoln Academy
(Baptist)
800 Memorial Park Road
Lincoln, IL 62656
(217) 732-6900
Lincoln, IL 62656
(217) 732-6900
1.1 miles
Gr: K-12 | 37 students
Carroll Catholic School
(Catholic)
111 4th St
Lincoln, IL 62656
(217) 732-7518
Lincoln, IL 62656
(217) 732-7518
2 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 126 students Avg. class size: 32 students
Zion Lutheran School ![Zion Lutheran School Photo]( "Zion Lutheran School Photo")
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
203 S Vine
Mount Pulaski, IL 62548
(217) 795-5715
Mount Pulaski, IL 62548
(217) 795-5715
12.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 91 students Sports: 6
Christian Life Academy
(Christian)
222 Tremont Street
Hopedale, IL 61747
(309) 449-3346
Hopedale, IL 61747
(309) 449-3346
18.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 82 students Tuition listed
Riverton Christian Academy
(Christian)
1245 N 7th St
Riverton, IL 62561
(217) 629-5412
Riverton, IL 62561
(217) 629-5412
21.9 miles
Gr: K-10 | 27 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Lincoln Academy
(Baptist)
800 Memorial Park Road
Lincoln, IL 62656
(217) 732-6900
Lincoln, IL 62656
(217) 732-6900
1.1 miles
Gr: K-12 | 37 students
Christian Life Academy
(Christian)
222 Tremont Street
Hopedale, IL 61747
(309) 449-3346
Hopedale, IL 61747
(309) 449-3346
18.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 82 students Tuition listed
Riverton Christian Academy
(Christian)
1245 N 7th St
Riverton, IL 62561
(217) 629-5412
Riverton, IL 62561
(217) 629-5412
21.9 miles
Gr: K-10 | 27 students
Calvary Academy
(1)
1730 W Jefferson St
Springfield, IL 62702
(217) 546-5987
Springfield, IL 62702
(217) 546-5987
28.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 339 students Sports: 6 Tuition listed
Decatur Christian School
(Christian)
137 S. Grant St.
Forsyth, IL 62535
(217) 877-5636
Forsyth, IL 62535
(217) 877-5636
28.4 miles
Gr: K-12 | 159 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Lincoln Academy
(Baptist)
800 Memorial Park Road
Lincoln, IL 62656
(217) 732-6900
Lincoln, IL 62656
(217) 732-6900
1.1 miles
Gr: K-12 | 37 students
Carroll Catholic School
(Catholic)
111 4th St
Lincoln, IL 62656
(217) 732-7518
Lincoln, IL 62656
(217) 732-7518
2 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 126 students Avg. class size: 32 students
Zion Lutheran School ![Zion Lutheran School Photo]( "Zion Lutheran School Photo")
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
203 S Vine
Mount Pulaski, IL 62548
(217) 795-5715
Mount Pulaski, IL 62548
(217) 795-5715
12.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 91 students Sports: 6
Christian Life Academy
(Christian)
222 Tremont Street
Hopedale, IL 61747
(309) 449-3346
Hopedale, IL 61747
(309) 449-3346
18.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 82 students Tuition listed
Riverton Christian Academy
(Christian)
1245 N 7th St
Riverton, IL 62561
(217) 629-5412
Riverton, IL 62561
(217) 629-5412
21.9 miles
Gr: K-10 | 27 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Carroll Catholic School
(Catholic)
111 4th St
Lincoln, IL 62656
(217) 732-7518
Lincoln, IL 62656
(217) 732-7518
2 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 126 students Avg. class size: 32 students
Zion Lutheran School ![Zion Lutheran School Photo]( "Zion Lutheran School Photo")
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
203 S Vine
Mount Pulaski, IL 62548
(217) 795-5715
Mount Pulaski, IL 62548
(217) 795-5715
12.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 91 students Sports: 6
Christian Life Academy
(Christian)
222 Tremont Street
Hopedale, IL 61747
(309) 449-3346
Hopedale, IL 61747
(309) 449-3346
18.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 82 students Tuition listed
Immanuel Lutheran School
Daycare / Preschool (Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
2750 E Sangamon Avenue
Springfield, IL 62702
(217) 528-5232
Springfield, IL 62702
(217) 528-5232
25.2 miles
Gr: PK | 18 students Avg. class size: 12 students
St. Aloysius Elementary School
(Catholic)
2125 N 21st St
Springfield, IL 62702
(217) 544-4553
Springfield, IL 62702
(217) 544-4553
25.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 206 students
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
450 E Southmoor St
Manito, IL 61546
(309) 968-6464
Manito, IL 61546
(309) 968-6464
9003 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 430 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
147 E Palmer St
Greenview, IL 62642
(217) 968-2295
Greenview, IL 62642
(217) 968-2295
9004.4 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 117 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
147 E Palmer St
Greenview, IL 62642
(217) 968-2295
Greenview, IL 62642
(217) 968-2295
9004.4 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 107 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
501 Warrior Way
Athens, IL 62613
(217) 636-8380
Athens, IL 62613
(217) 636-8380
9005.4 miles
Gr: 7-8 | 144 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
501 Warrior Way
Athens, IL 62613
(217) 636-8314
Athens, IL 62613
(217) 636-8314
9005.4 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 299 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
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