ILS serves students from the far northwest suburbs in grades PK-8, offering a high-quality Christian education and varied extracurricular opportunities designed to prepare students for success in high school and beyond.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked IL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 241 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Immanuel Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
mild learning differences through giftedness
Year Founded
1861
Student Body
Total Students
241 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
8%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
7%
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
school uniforms- khaki/navy on botto, red/white/or blue on top with a collar
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
tuition varies from $1550 for PK3 to $5950 for community member grades 1-8, with special rates for Immanuel church members and multiple child discounts
Admissions Director
Courtney Dougherty
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
8 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Chess Scholars, Junior National Honor Society, Student Council (Middle School)
Arts and Music Programs:
Band, Chorus, Drama Productions, Handbells, Young Rembrants
Chess Scholars, Junior National Honor Society, Student Council (Middle School)
Arts and Music Programs:
Band, Chorus, Drama Productions, Handbells, Young Rembrants
School Notes
- Immanuel Lutheran School offers a comprehensive educational program for students in preschool through eighth grade and is accredited by NLSA and recognized by the state of Illinois. Beginning with preschool programming which incorporates academics, social/emotional development and play, Immanuel prepares its students for success. Early childhood classes offer great adult/student ratios with a teacher and an aide in every class, allowing our certified teaching staff to meet students where they are and inspire them to grow. Middle grades encourage greater student responsibility for learning and increased opportunities for extracurriculars. Middle school follows a junior high school model with departmentalized instruction and switching classes as well as competitive athletics, drama and music. As part of the Lutheran Schools system, Immanuel participates in conference and state level competition in athletics, academics and music, affording a high level of rigor to our students. The overall environment at ILS is welcoming and encourages families to get involved in serving and socializing. While many of our families belong to Immanuel Lutheran Church, membership is not required. We encourage families to partner with us in leading the children to live lives of faith both while enrolled at Immanuel and afterward.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does Immanuel Lutheran School offer?
Immanuel Lutheran School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Immanuel Lutheran School's ranking?
Immanuel 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 Immanuel Lutheran School?
The application deadline for Immanuel Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
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Immanuel is an exceptional school that not only provides a top-tier education but also nurtures your child's relationship with God. Our children love going to school here and we love that they are able to.
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