Lutheran school K-8 with small classes, special ed support for learning differences and ADHD
St. Philip Lutheran School in Chicago serves students in Nursery through 8th grade, including those with learning differences and ADD/ADHD. The school maintains small class sizes averaging just 10 students, creating an environment where teachers can provide individualized support tailored to each child's developmental level and learning needs. With 75% of faculty holding advanced degrees and training in research-based instructional strategies, St. Philip is equipped to help students with mild learning differences master academic content while building confidence and critical thinking skills.
The school's special education programs specifically support students with learning differences and ADD/ADHD through differentiated instruction and structured academic support. Beyond academics, St. Philip offers a balanced range of extracurricular activities—from sports like basketball, volleyball, and cross country to arts programs including choir and dance—allowing students to explore their interests and develop social connections in a supportive setting. The Christ-centered environment emphasizes each student's individual gifts and potential.
Tuition is $7,400 for kindergarten through 8th grade (preschool rates vary), with 25% of families receiving financial aid averaging $2,000 annually. The school maintains a 90% acceptance rate and rolling admissions. St. Philip is accredited by the National Lutheran Schools Accreditation and affiliated with the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod.
At a Glance
GradesNursery/Preschool-8
Students70
Class Size10:1 ratio
Tuition$7,400
Fin. Aid25% receive aid
Est.1937
DeadlineNone / Rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
National Lutheran Schools Accreditation
Illinois Coalition of Nonpublic Schools
School Information
| Year Founded | 1937 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $7,400 |
| Tuition Notes | Tuition Listed for Kindergarten through eighth grades. Check out our website for information on preschool tuition. |
| Total Students | 70 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 8 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 75 |
| Average Class Size | 10 |
| Grades Offered | Nursery/Preschool-8 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Jessica Livas |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 90 |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 25 |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $2,000 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 43 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference ProgramsADD/ADHD Support
Learning Programs Supported
Mild Learning Differences
List of Courses Offered
Link to List of Courses
Matriculation DataView data
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Sports | Ballet · Basketball · Bowling · Cross Country · Dance · Track and Field · Volleyball |
| Clubs and Organizations | Club or Organization: · cooking · Craft Club · Crochet Club · Girl Scouts of America · Reading club · technology · Arts and Music Programs: · Choir |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| School Memberships | National Lutheran Schools Accreditation · Illinois Coalition of Nonpublic Schools |
| Religious Affiliations | Lutheran Church Missouri Synod |
| School Calendar | www.stphiliplutheran.com/calendar |
Contact the school
(773) 561-98302500 W Bryn Mawr Ave, Chicago, Illinois 60659
www.stphiliplutheran.com