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#1062 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Good Shepherd Lutheran School
Elementary School
2949 ALAMO ST, Simi Valley, CA 93063
Enrollment
58
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
58
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,062 of 1,787
In Simi Valley
#4 of 8
public schools
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Good Shepherd Lutheran School
Elementary School in Simi Valley · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Good Shepherd Lutheran School
Good Shepherd Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Simi Valley, CA. Good Shepherd Lutheran School serves approximately 58 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Good Shepherd Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,062 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.0 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 58 students, Good Shepherd 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.
Good Shepherd 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.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Good Shepherd Lutheran School compares to 35 public schools serving similar grades in Simi Valley, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Good Shepherd Lutheran School (this school) | 6.0 |
| Sycamore Elementary | 3.7 |
| Atherwood Elementary | 4.4 |
| Vista Elementary | 7.0 |
| Garden Grove Elementary | 5.4 |
| Justin Elementary | 3.1 |
| Township Elementary | 6.4 |
| Berylwood Elementary | 4.1 |
| Santa Susana Elementary | 3.8 |
| Valley View Middle | 4.4 |
| Park View Elementary | 4.6 |
| Mountain View Elementary | 4.5 |
| Big Springs Elementary | 5.5 |
| Crestview Elementary | 6.0 |
| Hillside Middle | 6.3 |
| Hollow Hills Elementary | 6.7 |
| Sinaloa Middle | 4.0 |
| Monte Vista | 4.9 |
| Arroyo Elementary | 3.6 |
| Katherine Elementary | 5.2 |
| iQ Academy California-Los Angeles | 7.1 |
Showing 20 of 35 schools. View all schools in Simi Valley
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
2949 ALAMO ST, Simi Valley, CA 93063
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Good Shepherd Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Vista Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Township Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Crestview Elementary (rated 6.0/10, 2.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Simi Valley, see our Simi Valley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sycamore Elementary Simi Valley | 0.7 mi | 3.7 |
| Atherwood Elementary Simi Valley | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Santa Susana High Simi Valley | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Vista Elementary Simi Valley | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Apollo High Simi Valley | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Garden Grove Elementary Simi Valley | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Infusion,multi-behavioral,general arts school Simi Valley | 1.1 mi | — |
| Justin Elementary Simi Valley | 1.2 mi | 3.1 |
| Berylwood Elementary Simi Valley | 1.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Township Elementary Simi Valley | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| St. Anne's Academy Simi Valley | 1.5 mi | — |
| GRACE BRETHREN JR SR HIGH SCHOOL Simi Valley | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Grace Jr/Sr High School Simi Valley | 1.8 mi | — |
| Santa Susana Elementary Simi Valley | 1.6 mi | 3.8 |
| SIMI VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Simi Valley | 1.8 mi | — |
| Valley View Middle Simi Valley | 1.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Mountain View Elementary Simi Valley | 2.1 mi | 4.5 |
| TINY TOT PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Simi Valley | 2.0 mi | — |
| Park View Elementary Simi Valley | 1.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Crestview Elementary Simi Valley | 2.3 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93063 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$124,030
Median Home Value
$746,000
Median Rent
$2,385/mo
Population
56,110
College Educated
36%
Homeownership
73.8%
Avg Commute
28.7 min
Poverty Rate
5.7%
Median Age
42.6
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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 Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Good Shepherd Lutheran School?
Good Shepherd Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 58 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Good Shepherd Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at Good Shepherd Lutheran School is 10.4:1. 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 ranks #1,062 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Good Shepherd Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
Good Shepherd Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; 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 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 Good Shepherd Lutheran School a religious school?
Good Shepherd Lutheran School has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 58
- Gender Split
- 40% M / 60% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Ventura County
- Phone
- (805) 526-6875
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