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Gloria Dei Lutheran School

5259 S Major Ave
Chicago, IL 60638
Gloria Dei Lutheran Church and School is a congregation of the one, holy, Christian and apostolic Church founded by our Lord Jesus Christ.
We are affiliated with the Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod, and are apart of that Synod's Northern Illinois District.
Gloria Dei Lutheran Church is a lively congregation located in the thriving Garfield Ridge neighborhood on the southwest side of Chicago, Illinois, near Midway Airport, at the corner of 53rd and Major Avenues.
The purpose of Gloria Dei Lutheran Church and School is to proclaim the Good News of Jesus Christ and to administer His Holy Sacraments.
To accomplish these purposes, Gloria Dei utilizes the historic sacramentaland liturgical worship as preserved in the practice of the Lutheran Church.
To further accomplish these purposes, we also offer Christ-centered Lutheran education in our Pre-Kindergarten through Eighth Grade School.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 52 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
52 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
59%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.:

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • Gloria Dei Lutheran Church and School is a congregation of the one, holy, Christian and apostolic Church founded by our Lord Jesus Christ. We are affiliated with the Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod, and are apart of that Synod's Northern Illinois District. Gloria Dei Lutheran Church is a lively congregation located in the thriving Garfield Ridge neighborhood on the southwest side of Chicago, Illinois, near Midway Airport, at the corner of 53rd and Major Avenues. The purpose of Gloria Dei Lutheran Church and School is to proclaim the Good News of Jesus Christ and to administer His Holy Sacraments. To accomplish these purposes, Gloria Dei utilizes the historic sacramentaland liturgical worship as preserved in the practice of the Lutheran Church. To further accomplish these purposes, we also offer Christ-centered Lutheran education in our Pre-Kindergarten through Eighth Grade School.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Gloria Dei Lutheran School?
The application deadline for Gloria Dei Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Gloria Dei Lutheran School located?
Gloria Dei Lutheran School is located in the Garfield Ridge neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 4 other private schools located in Garfield Ridge.

School Reviews

5  
I graduated top of my class from Gloria Dei nearly 40 years ago. Went on to graduate from a top catholic high school top of my class. The smaller class size and personal attention given to me helped me to succeed and reach my goals. The Gloria Dei family was also there for me even after graduation and thru a personal tragedy. If my grandchildren lived anywhere near I would recommend this school and church to them.
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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 52 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average acceptance rate in Chicago, IL is 79% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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