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#861 of 1,790 private schools in CA
Top 48% of private schools
Good Shepherd Lutheran School
Elementary School
6338 N FIGUEROA ST, Los Angeles, CA 90042
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 549 schools in Los Angeles. Learn more
Enrollment
77
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
77
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
How this school compares
In Los Angeles
#60 of 137
public schools
California elementary schools
#502 of 1,102
About Good Shepherd Lutheran School
Good Shepherd Lutheran School serves 77 students from prekindergarten through eighth grade in Los Angeles, California. With just 8 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains an exceptionally low student-teacher ratio of 9.5:1, allowing for personalized attention and close mentoring relationships between educators and students. The school has earned impressive recognition, ranking #103 out of 1,790 schools statewide and placing in the 94th percentile among California schools.
This outstanding performance has earned Good Shepherd Lutheran School a 9.0 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout, reflecting its commitment to academic excellence in a small, intimate learning environment. Located at 6338 N Figueroa Street, the school sits in the heart of a vibrant Los Angeles neighborhood where the median household income is $89,168 and nearly 40% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The surrounding ZIP code 90042 is home to 59,151 residents, with a relatively low poverty rate of 10.7% and median home values around $850,700.
Good Shepherd Lutheran School offers families a small, close-knit educational community within the dynamic landscape of one of America's largest cities.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 77 students, Good Shepherd Lutheran School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 9.5:1, Good Shepherd Lutheran School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
As a private school, Good Shepherd 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.
Financial Overview
Source: IRS Form 990 (2020 filing)
- Per-Pupil Spending
- Total expenses ÷ enrollment
- $5,431
- Per-Pupil Revenue
- Total revenue ÷ enrollment
- $6,821
- Financial Health
- Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
- 1.26x — Strong
- Tuition Dependency
- Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
- 47%
- Total Assets
- End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
- $140,392
Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 77 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Good Shepherd Lutheran School compares to 451 public schools serving similar grades in Los Angeles, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Good Shepherd Lutheran School (this school) | 6.3 |
| Garvanza Elementary | 6.9 |
| Luther Burbank Middle | 7.8 |
| San Pascual Elem Sci Tech Engr Arts And Math (STEAM) Magnet | 5.6 |
| Yorkdale Elementary | 4.7 |
| Annandale Elementary | 8.4 |
| Richard Riordan Primary Center | 8.8 |
| Benjamin Franklin Senior High | 6.6 |
| Monte Vista Street Elementary | 7.9 |
| Bushnell Way Elementary | 9.4 |
| Academia Avance Charter | 6.9 |
| Rockdale Visual & Performing Arts Magnet | 9.1 |
| Buchanan Street Elementary | 5.9 |
| Aldama Elementary | 7.7 |
| Arroyo Seco Museum Science | 9.1 |
| Eagle Rock High | 9.3 |
| Dahlia Heights Elementary | 8.9 |
| El Sereno Elementary | 7.4 |
| Sierra Vista Elementary | 9.8 |
| Toland Way Elementary | 7.9 |
| Mt. Washington Elementary | 8.2 |
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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
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.
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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
6338 N FIGUEROA ST, Los Angeles, CA 90042
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Good Shepherd Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bushnell Way Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rockdale Visual & Performing Arts Magnet (rated 9.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Richard Riordan Primary Center (rated 8.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90042 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$94,401
Median Home Value
$940,600
Median Rent
$1,853/mo
Population
58,344
College Educated
40.4%
Homeownership
46.5%
Avg Commute
32.8 min
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Median Age
38.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding Good Shepherd Lutheran School has a median household income of $94,401. It is a well-educated community where 40% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $940,600, with a median rent of $1,853/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.6%. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Good Shepherd Lutheran School
What grades does Good Shepherd Lutheran School serve?
Good Shepherd Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Good Shepherd Lutheran School?
Good Shepherd Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 77 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Good Shepherd Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at Good Shepherd Lutheran School is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Good Shepherd Lutheran School rank in CA?
Good Shepherd Lutheran School is ranked #861 out of 1,790 private schools in CA.
What is Good Shepherd Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
Good Shepherd Lutheran School has a composite rating of 6.3 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 Good Shepherd Lutheran School a private school?
Yes, Good Shepherd Lutheran School is a private coeducational school with a Evangelical Lutheran Church in America affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Good Shepherd Lutheran School a religious school?
Good Shepherd Lutheran School has a Evangelical Lutheran Church in America religious affiliation.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (2,223/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Los Angeles). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 77
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Evangelical Lutheran Church in America
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- LOS ANGELES
- Phone
- (323) 255-2786
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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