Located in McHenry, IL, Zion Lutheran School & Preschool enrolls 78 students from pre–kindergarten through first grade in a suburban community setting.
Founded in 1962, the school operates under the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod and provides co–educational programs with a religious affiliation.
The school has a student–teacher ratio of 39:1 with 2 teachers serving all enrolled students.
Approximately 15% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting some diversity within the enrollment.
Zion Lutheran School & Preschool follows a casual dress code and serves families seeking a Lutheran–affiliated early learning program in suburban McHenry.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 78 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
Year Founded
1962
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
78 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
15%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
39:1
National avg.:
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Zion Lutheran School & Preschool?
The application deadline for Zion Lutheran School & Preschool is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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