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St. James Lutheran School

900 S 17th St Quincy, IL 62301

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked IL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 88 students
  • Average class size: 10 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked IL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 88 students
  • Average class size: 10 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

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

Category
Attribute
School History

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
1851
School Calendar
Campus Size
4 acres
School Motto
To See Jesus and Cause Him to Be Seen

Student Body

Total Students
88 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
4%
State avg.: 34%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
28%
Average Class Size
10 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered
1 sport
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Lutheran Junior Honor Association


Arts and Music Programs:
Art ClubHandbell Choir


Recreational Athletic Programs:
CYO Volleyball

School Notes

  • St. James Lutheran School gives a thorough training in all subjects, for God desires His children to develop and use all of their God-given abilities.
  • The child's relationship with God, parents, teachers, administrators and other students makes a significant impact on a child's mind, attitude and lifestyle.
  • It is the conviction of St. James Lutheran School that if God is to be in our living, then He must also be in our learning.
  • St. James Lutheran School offers a well-rounded curriculum with a Christian emphasis.
  • We believe that the Christian Day School is one of the best ways to "train up a child in the way he should go...in the nurture and admonition of the Lord." We believe Christian education not only helps children, but also helps families grow in their relationship with Jesus Christ.
  • St. James Lutheran School gives a thorough training in all subjects, for God desires His children to develop and use all of their God-given abilities. The child's relationship with God, parents, teachers, administrators and other students makes a significant impact on a child's mind, attitude and lifestyle. It is the conviction of St. James Lutheran School that if God is to be in our living, then He must also be in our learning. St. James Lutheran School offers a well-rounded curriculum with a Christian emphasis. We believe that the Christian Day School is one of the best ways to "train up a child in the way he should go",., "in the nurture and admonition of the Lord." We believe Christian education not only helps children, but also helps families grow in their relationship with Jesus Christ.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does St. James Lutheran School offer?
St. James Lutheran School offers 1 interscholastic sports: Volleyball.
What is St. James Lutheran School's ranking?
St. James Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. James Lutheran School?
The application deadline for St. James Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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