Zion Lutheran School & ECEC serves 120 students in grades Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten.
The student:teacher of Zion Lutheran School & ECEC is 20:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Lutheran Church Missouri Synod.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked IL School
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 120 students
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Zion Lutheran School & ECEC ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1890
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
120 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
1%
State avg.: 34%
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
20%
Average Class Size
18 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Building and Strengthening Relationships with Jesus and Each Other
- K+ Program: Is a half-day, am or pm, program for children enrolled in public school kindergarten. This program is enrichment in reading, writing, math and includes a unique approach and is not a kindergarten curriculum duplication.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zion Lutheran School & ECEC's ranking?
Zion Lutheran School & ECEC ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Zion Lutheran School & ECEC?
The application deadline for Zion Lutheran School & ECEC is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby 草榴社区 Schools
The nearest high school to Zion Lutheran School & ECEC is Hinsdale Adventist Academy (1.1 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is St. Isaac Jogues Elementary School (0.2 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Children's Montessori Language Academy (0.5 miles away)
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Quick Facts
St. Isaac Jogues Elementary School
(Catholic)
421 S Clay St
Hinsdale, IL 60521
(630) 323-3244
Hinsdale, IL 60521
(630) 323-3244
0.2 miles
Gr: K-8 | 474 students
Children's Montessori Language Academy
Montessori School
415 w 8th street in Hinsdale
Hinsdale, IL 60521
(630) 468-5089
Hinsdale, IL 60521
(630) 468-5089
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-K | 27 students
Clarendon Hills Mont Pre School
Montessori School
108 Burlington Ave
Clarendon Hills, IL 60514
(630) 789-1821
Clarendon Hills, IL 60514
(630) 789-1821
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-K | 17 students
66 Norfolk Ave
Clarendon Hills, IL 60514
(630) 323-1642
Clarendon Hills, IL 60514
(630) 323-1642
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 196 students Avg. class size: 30 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
631 E Hickory St
Hinsdale, IL 60521
(630) 323-9211
Hinsdale, IL 60521
(630) 323-9211
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 176 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition listed
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