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#145 of 225 private schools in AZ

East Fork Lutheran School

Elementary School

4325 FORT APACHE RD, Whiteriver, AZ 85941

Private

Enrollment

103

Student-Teacher

11.4:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#145 of 225

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East Fork Lutheran School

5.8/10

Elementary School in Whiteriver · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About East Fork Lutheran School

East Fork Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Whiteriver, AZ. East Fork Lutheran School serves approximately 103 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. East Fork Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #145 of 225 private schools in AZ.

How it compares0.6 pts below AZ schools
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 103 students, East Fork Lutheran School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

East Fork Lutheran School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

East Fork Lutheran School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Compare to Public Schools

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How East Fork Lutheran School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Whiteriver, AZ

Student-Teacher Ratio
11.4:1
This School
vs
15.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
103
This School
vs
346
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.8
This School
vs
6.3
Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
East Fork Lutheran School (this school) 5.8
Seven Mile School 6.5
Whiteriver Elementary 6.5
Canyon Day Junior High School 5.3
Cradleboard School 6.6
John F. Kennedy Day School 6.6

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in AZ.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B 6.2 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 7.9 / 10
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School Day Length 8.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,267.2
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C- 1.7 / 10
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Diversity Index 0%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
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Enrollment 103
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in AZ

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Native American 100.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

4325 FORT APACHE RD, Whiteriver, AZ 85941

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering East Fork Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Nikolaus Homestead Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 31.7 miles away, in nearby Show Low), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cradleboard School (rated 6.6/10, 8.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, John F. Kennedy Day School (rated 6.6/10, 15.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Whiteriver, see our Whiteriver schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 32.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Seven Mile School Whiteriver 2.1 mi 6.5
NAVIT - Alchesay High School Snowflake 3.2 mi
Alchesay High School Whiteriver 3.2 mi 5.2
Whiteriver Elementary Whiteriver 3.3 mi 6.5
Theodore Roosevelt School Ft. Apache 3.2 mi 7.9
Canyon Day Junior High School Whiteriver 5.8 mi 5.3
Cradleboard School Whiteriver 8.5 mi 6.6
John F. Kennedy Day School Whiteriver 15.4 mi 6.6
Mcnary Elementary School Mcnary 19.7 mi 4.5
Blue Ridge High School Lakeside 24.4 mi 6.5
Blue Ridge Jr High School Lakeside 24.4 mi 6.1
Blue Ridge Elementary School Lakeside 25.7 mi 4.8
MOUNTAIN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Show Low 27.9 mi 5.5
LEXINGTON LIFE ACADEMY Show Low 29.2 mi 5.6
ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Show Low 31.4 mi 6.4
NAVIT - Northland Pioneer College WMC Snowflake 31.6 mi
Nikolaus Homestead Elementary School Show Low 31.7 mi 6.9
WMI ON LINE Show Low 32.4 mi
Show Low Preschool Show Low 32.4 mi
Show Low Junior High School Show Low 32.5 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85941 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$41,554

Median Home Value

$84,200

Median Rent

$604/mo

Population

10,333

College Educated

7.8%

Homeownership

57.4%

Poverty Rate

40.6%

Median Age

29.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about East Fork Lutheran School

What grades does East Fork Lutheran School serve?

East Fork Lutheran School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend East Fork Lutheran School?

East Fork Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 103 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at East Fork Lutheran School?

The student-teacher ratio at East Fork Lutheran School is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does East Fork Lutheran School rank in AZ?

East Fork Lutheran School ranks #145 of 225 private schools in AZ.

What is East Fork Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?

East Fork Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is East Fork Lutheran School a private school?

Yes, East Fork Lutheran School is a private coeducational school with a Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is East Fork Lutheran School a religious school?

East Fork Lutheran School has a Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
2 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
103
Gender Split
56% M / 44% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
9
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
School Day
8.8 hours
Days Per Year
144 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Navajo County

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