Welcoming. Diverse. Faithful.
Rooted in faith.
Since 1896, Grace Lutheran School has prepared students to share the good news of Jesus Christ in their daily lives and vocations. Our mission remains the same today: to equip students for a life of faithful service, strong academics, and a focus on character development.
While our foundation is in Christ, we are also committed to growth and flexibility. We continually seek new ways to meet the needs of our students, adapt to best practices in education, and create opportunities that help both students and faculty thrive.
Having served families across River Forest and neighboring communities for over a century, we trust God to guide us as we continue nurturing students in faith and learning.
What we strive for.
Christ-focused
We believe this is God’s school, and our leadership is committed to following wherever He leads. Everything we do is centered on Christ. Our students learn of God’s love, shown most clearly in Jesus’ sacrifice for our salvation.
Faith is woven into each school day—students begin with Bible class, memorize scripture, read God’s Word, sing worship songs, and pray together. Weekly chapel services bring our school family together in worship, and opportunities for service help us live out our faith in daily life.
Academic rigor and support
At Grace Lutheran School, we provide challenging academics while meeting the unique needs of every student. Our differentiated math program, reading specialist, and math interventionist ensure students learn at the right level, while our social worker and counselor support their social-emotional growth. In Junior High, rigorous academics combined with character development prepare students to succeed at any high school they choose.
Serving together
Students learn to care for one another, serve others, and take responsibility for their actions. We also invite parents to be active partners in this mission, working alongside teachers and staff to build a Christ-centered community where every child can grow and thrive.
