Very Good
#23 of 225 private schools in AZ
Top 10% of private schools
Valley Lutheran High School
High School
5199 N 7TH AVE, Phoenix, AZ 85013
Enrollment
134
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
7.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
134
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
7.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Arizona private schools
#23 of 225
In Phoenix
#3 of 44
public schools
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Valley Lutheran High School
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About Valley Lutheran High School
Valley Lutheran High School is a private high school in Phoenix, AZ. Valley Lutheran High School serves approximately 134 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Valley Lutheran High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #23 of 225 private schools in AZ.
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- AZ avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 134 students, Valley Lutheran High 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.
At 7.6:1 students to teachers, Valley Lutheran High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Valley Lutheran High 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.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Valley Lutheran High School compares to 146 public schools serving similar grades in Phoenix, AZ
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Valley Lutheran High School (this school) | 7.8 |
| Girls Leadership Academy of Arizona | 6.1 |
| AmeriSchools Academy - Camelback | 3.6 |
| PXU City | — |
| Central High School | 5.8 |
| Phoenix Coding Academy | 8.5 |
| International Commerce High School - Phoenix | 6.4 |
| New World Educational Center | 4.8 |
| Learning Institute The | 4.3 |
| BASIS Phoenix Central Primary | 6.9 |
| Empower College Prep High School | 7.0 |
| Phoenix College Preparatory Academy | 8.3 |
| Madison Highland Prep | 9.3 |
| Arizona Autism Charter School Upper School Campus | 5.7 |
| Arizona Autism Charter - Online High School | 6.1 |
| Leona Connected High School | 2.8 |
| Washington High School | 6.8 |
| West-MEC - Washington High School | — |
| Linda Abril Educational Academy | 4.6 |
| Metro Tech High School | 6.6 |
| Tech Campus | 5.0 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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.
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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
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
5199 N 7TH AVE, Phoenix, AZ 85013
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Valley Lutheran High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Phoenix Coding Academy (rated 8.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is International Commerce High School - Phoenix (rated 6.4/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Girls Leadership Academy of Arizona (rated 6.1/10, 0.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Girls Leadership Academy of Arizona Phoenix | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Osborn Middle School Phoenix | 0.5 mi | 4.5 |
| AmeriSchools Academy - Camelback Phoenix | 0.5 mi | 3.6 |
| MONTESSORI CHILDRENS HOUSE Phoenix | 0.8 mi | — |
| Solano School Phoenix | 0.7 mi | 3.1 |
| PXU City Phoenix | 0.9 mi | — |
| BROPHY COLLEGE PREPARATORY Phoenix | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Central High School Phoenix | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| NORTH PHOENIX BAPTIST CHURCH PRESCHOOL Phoenix | 0.9 mi | — |
| Phoenix Coding Academy Phoenix | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| XAVIER COLLEGE PREPARATORY Phoenix | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| International Commerce High School - Phoenix Phoenix | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Midtown Primary School Phoenix | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Imagine Camelback Middle Phoenix | 1.0 mi | 3.7 |
| Imagine Camelback Elementary Phoenix | 1.1 mi | 2.7 |
| PHOENIX HEBREW ACADEMY Phoenix | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| ALL SAINTS' EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Phoenix | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| New World Educational Center Phoenix | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Madison Meadows School Phoenix | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Montecito Community School Phoenix | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85013 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,895
Median Home Value
$476,200
Median Rent
$1,435/mo
Population
20,947
College Educated
46.6%
Homeownership
42.5%
Avg Commute
24.7 min
Poverty Rate
11.4%
Median Age
39
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Valley Lutheran High School
What grades does Valley Lutheran High School serve?
Valley Lutheran High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Valley Lutheran High School?
Valley Lutheran High School has an enrollment of approximately 134 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Valley Lutheran High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Valley Lutheran High School is 7.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Valley Lutheran High School rank in AZ?
Valley Lutheran High School ranks #23 of 225 private schools in AZ.
What is Valley Lutheran High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Valley Lutheran High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Valley Lutheran High School a private school?
Yes, Valley Lutheran High School is a private coeducational school with a Lutheran Church - Missouri 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 Valley Lutheran High School a religious school?
Valley Lutheran High School has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 134
- Gender Split
- 63% M / 37% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Maricopa County
- Phone
- (602) 230-1600
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