Gloria Dei Lutheran School (2026 Profile)

Home > Illinois > Cook County > Chicago > Garfield Ridge

Gloria Dei Lutheran School

5259 S Major Ave
Chicago, IL 60638

Tel: (773) 581-5259

REQUEST INFO

SAVE SCHOOL

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

African Methodist Episcopal

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

REQUEST FREE INFORMATION

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 11/3/2022

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.

- Posted by Student/Alumni - Sandra

Endorse Gloria Dei Lutheran School. Endorsements should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:

Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Academic or athletic awards

Recent Articles

August 18, 2026

Ask Current Parents What Admissions Won't Answer

Learn how to ask current private school parents revealing questions about culture, academics, communication, costs, discipline, and community life before deciding whether a school truly fits your family well.

August 18, 2026

When School Anxiety Is Really a School Fit Problem

Learn when school anxiety may signal a poor school fit, how parents can identify academic or social mismatches, and when changing private schools deserves serious consideration for families today.

August 18, 2026

Will My Child Find Their People? Evaluating School Culture

Learn how to evaluate private school culture, student belonging, friendships, teacher relationships, social dynamics, and authentic community fit so your child can find the right place to thrive and connect.

Quick Facts (2026)

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

Request Information

Email:

Name of parent:

Student first name:

Student last name:

Student date of birth:

Student is:

Male

Female

Currently in grade:

Seeking entry for grade:

Target start date:

Please briefly describe academic, athletic, and extracurricular interests of the student:

Home address:

City:

Country:

State:

Zip: (enter "N/A" if not applicable)

Phone:

Save this data and create your user profile. Create your own user account so you don't have to re-type your user data each time you request information. You'll also be able to track your information requests, get reminded of application dates, and more!

Username:

Password:

Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Chicago, IL is $13,987 for elementary schools and $19,819 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

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