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Illinois Lutheran Elementary School

448 Cass St Crete, IL 60417

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 151 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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About the School

  • Illinois Lutheran Elementary School's goal is to educate the whole student, academically, spiritually and physically.
  • It is our privilege to currently have over 200 students enrolled in our pre-school through 6th grade classes.
  • For nearly a century we have provided Christ centered education for children of Christian parents, serving as an extension of the home and a partner with the church in providing Christian education.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 151 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
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Student Body

Total Students
151 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
30%
State avg.: 34%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.:
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Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
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Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Illinois Lutheran Elementary School often compared to?
Illinois Lutheran Elementary School is often viewed alongside schools like Mother Teresa Catholic Academy by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Illinois Lutheran Elementary School?
The application deadline for Illinois Lutheran Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (3 reviews)
5  
Enrolling our son at Illinois Lutheran Elementary this year as a new student has been one of the best decisions we''ve made as a family. From the very beginning, we were impressed by the level of academic rigor and genuine care the teachers and staff show each child. We''ve seen incredible growth in our son, especially in reading and math, where he is not only keeping up but we feel truly excelling. Beyond academics, his confidence and social skills have flourished in such a positive and supportive environment. One of the most meaningful aspects of his experience has been his growing understanding of faith. Watching him learn about religion and bring those values home made us incredibly proud as parents.The staff at Illinois Lutheran are professional, dedicated and clearly invested in the success and well-being of the children. We know our child is in a safe, nurturing place where he is encouraged to grow academically, spiritually and socially. Personally, making the switch from public to private school was not a decision we took lightly, but sending our son to ILS has absolutely been the right one. Our son is thriving and we truly credit ILS for helping him reach his full potential.
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Good school. I am happy to see it continue to offer an alternative in the community to public school. The school family is great to be a part of, and we welcoming to new students from the community. The academics are strong, and there's extra support from aides if students need help in a certain subject.
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We have been very pleased with Illinois Lutheran and the solid academic Christian education our children are getting. The teachers care for each student, and Christ's love is radiated throughout all the staff and everything they do. Classes are small, and our children are thriving. Christ's love is shared with our kids daily, and our kids are being well equipped for future learning and life. They are being academically challenged and given plenty of opportunities to move their bodies throughout the day with 3 recesses to help them be better learners when it is time to learn. There are adequate opportunities for parents to get involved with being room parents, chaperoning field trips, or being part of the Charger Booster Association. This school is like family, and we are happy to be a part of it.
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The average private school tuition in Will County, IL is $7,135 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Will County, IL is 99% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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