St. James Lutheran School in Lincoln Park is a private, Christian elementary school serving pre-K through eighth grade students in the DePaul area. The school has a small population, with a general student enrollment of about 125.
Pre-K is especially popular, with a student population almost as high as all other levels combined. The early-childhood program (preschool and kindergarten) has five classrooms and focuses on academics, social skills, guided play, religion and the arts. Additionally, the Mini Mavericks program provides free, bi-weekly play-and-learn sessions for infants to 4-year-olds.
There are two sections for the rest of the classes: a first-to-fourth grade elementary division and a departmentalized, fifth-to-eighth grade middle school. This results in small class sizes with 95% of students accepted to their first choice of Chicago high schools. The academic philosophy at St. James Lutheran School centers on developing each child as a whole person through academics, faith, character and health. To realize that ideal, students of all levels participate in shows, athletics, service projects and field trips.
As children expand their horizons, the opportunities increase in scope and complexity. For example, early-childhood program students might visit local farmers markets while middle schoolers take trips to Springfield. The result is an adventurous program that aims to instill a lifelong love of learning.
St. James Lutheran School
Private Pre-K, Elementary, Middle School
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Grade Pre-K-8
2101 N Fremont St,
Chicago, IL
School Details
Students
195
Head of School
Sheri Meyer
Student Teacher Ratio
11:1
Annual Tuition
$12,500
Religious Affiliation
Lutheran
Niche Grade Details
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
11:1
Teachers
27
Full Time Teachers
17
Part Time Teachers
10
Teachers in First or Second Year
15%
GreatSchools Rating Details
Student Diversity
Female
50.3%
Male
49.7%
White
81.1%
Two or more races
7.7%
Black
4.9%
Asian
3.5%
Hispanic
2.8%
This School’s Reviews
GreatSchools Reviews
2/4/2026
Christ centered education. The Best in Chicago!
2/3/2026
St James is a truly special place! The community, teachers and support are second to none. There's a strong focus on academics, social-emotional learning and guiding students to be well rounded individuals. They truly foster an environment where children know their voices are not only heard but appr...
2/2/2026
We have 3 children at St. James currently who all started in Pre-K. I love how connected the younger students become with the older students and the entire school is so welcoming across all the grade levels. I love the community- the parents, kids and teachers all support and encourage each other. I...
2/2/2026
This is our fifth year at St. James, and we are really happy with our experience. Our kids have built strong relationships with their classmates, teachers, and the entire St. James staff. The school's commitment to supporting the whole person gives us confidence in the education and experiences are...
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Average Home Value
$849,087
Median Lot Size
2,613 Sq Ft
% Renters
58%
Average Household Income
$166,187
% of College Grads
83.5%
Median Age
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Average House Size
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% Commercial Property
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St. James Lutheran School is a private Lutheran school for students in grades Pre-K-8 located at 2101 N Fremont St in Chicago, IL. Annual tuition is $12,500. The school has a total enrollment of 195 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 11:1. The average home value in this area is $849,087. Discover additional schools in the area, like Fusion Academy Lincoln Park, Francis W Parker School, French-American School of Chicago, and more. Learn more about what Chicago has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near St. James Lutheran School.