Zion Lutheran School (Top Ranked 糖心原创 for 2026-27)

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Zion Lutheran School

1810 Mcclintock Ave Belleville, IL 62221

Tel: (618) 234-0275

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked IL School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 289 students
Yearly Tuition: $5,670
Average class size: 18 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

Zion Lutheran School Photo #1 - Growing the minds of all learners, from little to middles and impacting lives for future generations.

Zion Lutheran School Photo #2 - Working together in an inclusive environment where all students are seen, heard and understood.

Zion Lutheran School Photo #3 - Focused not only on classroom learning, but teaching to the whole child - body, mind and soul.

Zion Lutheran School Photo #5 - Making lifelong friendships.

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked IL School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 289 students
Yearly Tuition: $5,670
Average class size: 18 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

Zion Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Lutheran Church Missouri Synod

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Zion Lutheran School
Pre-K	66
Kind	32
1	31
2	26
3	28
4	16
5	17
6	20
7	28
8	25

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1861

School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

289 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

14%

State avg.: 34%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

18 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

16:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

15%

Average Class Size

18 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Dress code: khaki pants, shorts or skits and one-color shirts and sweaters. Spiritwear also acceptable.

List of Courses Offered

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Other school association(s)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$5,670

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Tuition Notes

Above is our community rate. If you are a member of Zion Lutheran Church, tuition is $4,620

% on Financial Aid

12%

Admissions Director

Erica Stelling

Sports

Total Sports Offered

6 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

CheeringCross Country

Track and FieldVolleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

8 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Art ClubBand and Choir

Chess ClubGirl Scouts

Service ClubStudent Council

Yearbook

Arts and Music Programs:

Private Music Lessons

School Notes

Zion Lutheran School offers academic excellence and a Christ-centered education for children in our community.
The education nurtures the childs faith, equips him to use that faith on a daily basis, and prepares the child to share that faith with others.
Our vision is that every child knows Jesus as his/her personal Savior.
Voted #1 elementary school for five years in a row (BND's Readers' Choice Awards)
Voted #1 place to work for two-straight years.

We are a NLSA (National Lutheran School Accreditation) accredited school dedicated to providing a Christ-centered, excellent academic education, and supported by Zion Lutheran Church since 1861. Our doors are open to students of all faiths and nationalities ages 3 years through 8thgrade. The focus of Zion`s dedicated and knowledgeable staff has always been to provide a safe and nurturing learning environment with quality, cutting-edge instruction. Our goal:that our students feel loved, special, confident, and academically and spiritually world-ready.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Zion Lutheran School cost?

Zion Lutheran School's tuition is approximately $5,670 for private students.

What sports does Zion Lutheran School offer?

Zion Lutheran School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, 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: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.

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).

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The average private school tuition in St. Clair County, IL is $5,259 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in St. Clair County, IL is 85% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).