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#516 of 1,790 private schools in CA

Top 29% of private schools

Apostles Lutheran School

School

5828 SANTA TERESA BLVD, San Jose, CA 95123

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 222 schools in San Jose. Learn more

Enrollment

217

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In San Jose

#9 of 44

public schools

California schools

#121 of 366

About Apostles Lutheran School

Apostles Lutheran School serves 217 students from kindergarten through 12th grade in San Jose's Santa Teresa Boulevard area. With 17 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a favorable 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio that allows for more individualized attention in smaller classroom settings. The school earns a solid 8.4 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranks #1059 out of 1790 California schools, placing it in the 41st percentile statewide.

This performance reflects the school's commitment to providing quality education across all grade levels in a comprehensive K-12 environment. Located in the 95123 ZIP code, Apostles Lutheran School serves a well-established community where the median household income reaches $138,557 and 45% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The area's low poverty rate of 5.8% and median home values of over $1 million indicate a stable, economically strong neighborhood that values education.

The school's unique structure as a K-12 institution allows students to build long-term relationships with teachers and peers while maintaining continuity in their educational journey. Apostles Lutheran School operates within San Jose's large city setting, providing students access to the resources and opportunities of Silicon Valley's educational landscape.

What Parents Should Know

As a private school, Apostles Lutheran School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Apostles Lutheran School compares to 224 public schools serving similar grades in San Jose, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
This School
vs
22.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
217
This School
vs
549
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.0
This School
vs
6.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Asian 37.8% vs 0%
White 34.6% vs 0%
Hispanic 12.4% vs 0%
Black 12% vs 0%
Apostles Lutheran School San Jose Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Apostles Lutheran School (this school) 7.0
Herman (Leonard) Intermediate 8.0
Discovery Charter II 5.6
Sakamoto Elementary 4.8
Phoenix High 6.0
Santa Teresa High 7.2
Indigo 5.6
Frost (Earl) Elementary 5.1
Calero High 5.4
Oak Ridge Elementary 7.4
Allen at Steinbeck 4.9
Del Roble Elementary 7.7
Leland High 8.2
Summit Public School: Tahoma 8.2
Oak Grove High 6.9
Gunderson High 8.2
Anderson (Alex) Elementary 2.9
Bret Harte Middle 8.2
Graystone Elementary 7.3
Taylor (Bertha) Elementary 6.0
Hayes Elementary 5.1

Showing 20 of 224 schools. View all schools in San Jose

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

Score Breakdown

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 CA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B 5.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 5.9 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,218
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 8.9 / 10
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Diversity Index 70%
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 217
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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 CA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Asian 37.8%
White 34.6%
Hispanic 12.4%
Black 12.0%
Native American 1.8%
Pacific Islander 1.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

5828 SANTA TERESA BLVD, San Jose, CA 95123

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Apostles Lutheran School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Leland High (rated 8.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Summit Public School: Tahoma (rated 8.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Herman (Leonard) Intermediate (rated 8.0/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Jose, see our San Jose schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Apostles Lutheran San Jose 0.0 mi
Herman (Leonard) Intermediate San Jose 0.2 mi 8.0
Sakamoto Elementary San Jose 0.4 mi 4.8
Discovery Charter II San Jose 0.4 mi 5.6
Challenger School - Shawnee San Jose 0.5 mi
Indigo San Jose 0.7 mi 5.6
Frost (Earl) Elementary San Jose 0.7 mi 5.1
Phoenix High San Jose 0.6 mi 6.0
Santa Teresa High San Jose 0.7 mi 7.2
Calero High San Jose 0.8 mi 5.4
ACTION DAY PRIMARY PLUS ALLEN SCHOOL San Jose 1.1 mi 2.5
Action Day Schools - Allen San Jose 1.1 mi
Allen at Steinbeck San Jose 1.1 mi 4.9
Oak Ridge Elementary San Jose 1.1 mi 7.4
Del Roble Elementary San Jose 1.4 mi 7.7
Leland High San Jose 1.4 mi 8.2
ALMADEN COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL San Jose 1.4 mi 7.2
Almaden Country Day School San Jose 1.4 mi
Summit Public School: Tahoma San Jose 1.5 mi 8.2
LEGACY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL San Jose 1.4 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 95123 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$136,364

Median Home Value

$1,108,100

Median Rent

$2,953/mo

Population

70,279

College Educated

44.8%

Homeownership

60.3%

Avg Commute

29.6 min

Poverty Rate

5.8%

Median Age

37.6

Community Profile

The community surrounding Apostles Lutheran School has a median household income of $136,364. It is a well-educated community where 45% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,108,100, with a median rent of $2,953/month. The local poverty rate of 5.8% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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School Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Apostles Lutheran School

What grades does Apostles Lutheran School serve?

Apostles Lutheran School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Apostles Lutheran School?

Apostles Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 217 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Apostles Lutheran School?

The student-teacher ratio at Apostles Lutheran School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Apostles Lutheran School rank in CA?

Apostles Lutheran School is ranked #516 out of 1,790 private schools in CA.

What is Apostles Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?

Apostles Lutheran School has a composite rating of 7.0 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Apostles Lutheran School a private school?

Yes, Apostles 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 Apostles Lutheran School a religious school?

Apostles Lutheran School has a Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
59 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
29 Some Transit
Bike Score
62 Bikeable
City Safety
High (3,210/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (San Jose). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
217
Gender Split
63% M / 37% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
174 days
Setting
Large City
County
SANTA CLARA
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

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