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#1271 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Crean Lutheran High School
High School
12500 SAND CANYON AVE, Irvine, CA 92618
Enrollment
982
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
5.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
982
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
5.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,271 of 1,787
In Irvine
#13 of 14
public schools
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About Crean Lutheran High School
Crean Lutheran High School is a private high school in Irvine, CA. Crean Lutheran High School serves approximately 982 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Crean Lutheran High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,271 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 5.7 · Average
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Crean 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 Crean Lutheran High School compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Irvine, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Crean Lutheran High School (this school) | 5.7 |
| Portola High | 8.1 |
| Northwood High | 7.0 |
| Irvine High | 7.5 |
| Excel Academy Charter | 7.0 |
| Excel Academy Charter | 6.7 |
| Irvine Adult Transition Programs | — |
| Woodbridge High | 7.1 |
| Alternative Education-San Joaquin High | 9.0 |
| Creekside High | 6.0 |
| University High | 7.4 |
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 CA.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
12500 SAND CANYON AVE, Irvine, CA 92618
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Crean Lutheran High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Portola High (rated 8.1/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Northwood High (rated 7.0/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Irvine, see our Irvine schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Crean Lutheran High School Irvine | 0.0 mi | — |
| Stonegate Elementary Irvine | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Beacon Park Irvine | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Woodbury Elementary Irvine | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Portola Springs Elementary Irvine | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Eastwood Elementary Irvine | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Cadence Park Irvine | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| SPECTRUM MONTESSORI AT WOODBURY Irvine | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| GREAT FOUNDATIONS MONTESSORI Irvine | 1.7 mi | — |
| Loma Ridge Elementary Irvine | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Jeffrey Trail Middle Irvine | 1.7 mi | 8.2 |
| NORTHWOOD MONTESSORI OF IRVINE Irvine | 2.0 mi | — |
| Northwood Montessori School of Irvine Irvine | 2.0 mi | — |
| Cypress Village Elementary Irvine | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Santiago Hills Elementary Irvine | 1.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Canyon View Elementary Irvine | 2.1 mi | 7.3 |
| NEW HORIZON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL - IRVINE Irvine | 2.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Portola High Irvine | 2.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Korean American Center Irvine | 2.1 mi | — |
| Northwood High Irvine | 2.5 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92618 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$135,609
Median Home Value
$1,153,400
Median Rent
$3,053/mo
Population
62,296
College Educated
72.5%
Homeownership
39.5%
Avg Commute
25.9 min
Poverty Rate
8.4%
Median Age
34.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Crean Lutheran High School
What grades does Crean Lutheran High School serve?
Crean Lutheran High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Crean Lutheran High School?
Crean Lutheran High School has an enrollment of approximately 982 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Crean Lutheran High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Crean Lutheran High School is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Crean Lutheran High School rank in CA?
Crean Lutheran High School ranks #1,271 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Crean Lutheran High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Crean Lutheran High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Crean Lutheran High School a private school?
Yes, Crean 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 Crean Lutheran High School a religious school?
Crean 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
- 982
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 64
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 6.7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 185 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Orange County
- Phone
- (949) 387-1199
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