Bethel Lutheran School in Morton, IL, serves 342 students from preschool through 8th grade in a suburban setting.
The school operates with a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 31:1, supported by 11 full鈥搕ime teachers.
Affiliated with the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod, Bethel Lutheran provides a co鈥揺ducational program spanning early childhood to middle school levels.
The student body includes 5.56% students of color, reflecting some diversity within this suburban private school.
Bethel Lutheran ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for largest student body size.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked IL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 342 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Bethel Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
342 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
31:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: KNOW Jesus. GROW in Jesus. SHOW Jesus to others.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Bethel Lutheran School often compared to?
Bethel Lutheran School is often viewed alongside schools like Blessed Sacrament School by visitors of our site.
What is Bethel Lutheran School's ranking?
Bethel Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Bethel Lutheran School?
The application deadline for Bethel Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest elementary school and preschool is Blessed Sacrament School (0.6 miles away)
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