Since being established in 1878, St. Mark's Lutheran School has educated thousands of students from Steeleville and the surrounding area.
Over 130 years of strong academic, spiritual, and co-curricular excellence have been enjoyed by St. Mark's students; thanks to St. Mark's many dedicated pastors, principals and teachers through the years.
Currently serving around 160 students, St. Mark's is accredited through National Lutheran Schools Acreditation and recognized by the state of Illinois.
St. Mark's Lutheran School offers a "Class A" type lunch program each full day of school.
This program meets all federal and state requirements. St. Mark's Lutheran School enjoys an excellent reputation in the Steeleville community in regards to the lunch it provides its students.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 142 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
142 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
2%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- Since being established in 1878, St. Mark's Lutheran School has educated thousands of students from Steeleville and the surrounding area. Over 130 years of strong academic, spiritual, and co-curricular excellence have been enjoyed by St. Mark's students; thanks to St. Mark's many dedicated pastors, principals and teachers through the years. Currently serving around 160 students, St. Mark's is accredited through National Lutheran Schools Acreditation and recognized by the state of Illinois. St. Mark's Lutheran School offers a "Class A" type lunch program each full day of school. This program meets all federal and state requirements. St. Mark's Lutheran School enjoys an excellent reputation in the Steeleville community in regards to the lunch it provides its students.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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