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#670 of 3,177 private schools in CA
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Grace Lutheran Elementary
Elementary School
856 W Newgrove Street, Lancaster, CA 93534
About Grace Lutheran Elementary
Grace Lutheran Elementary is an private elementary school in Lancaster, CA 93534. The school serves approximately 66 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 6.3:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 3.1/10, placing it in the 78.9th percentile among private schools in CA — an below average rating overall.
The school scores particularly well in classroom attention (8.5/10), ranked among private schools in CA. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $58,891, where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. Compared to the 41 public schools in Lancaster, Grace Lutheran Elementary rates lower overall (3.1 vs 3.8 average).
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Grace Lutheran Elementary compares to 41 public schools serving similar grades in Lancaster, CA
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Grace Lutheran Elementary (this school) | 3.1 |
| The Leadership Academy | 4.9 |
| RISE | 3.1 |
| Monte Vista Elementary | 2.2 |
| Life Source International Charter | 4.1 |
| Sunnydale Elementary | 3.2 |
| Lancaster Alternative and Virtual Academies | 6.4 |
| Sierra Elementary | 3.3 |
| Desert Sands Charter | 5.0 |
| El Dorado Elementary | 2.4 |
| Joshua Elementary | 3.5 |
| Desert View Elementary | 2.2 |
| Mariposa Elementary | 3.3 |
| Linda Verde Elementary | 4.2 |
| Piute Middle | 4.7 |
| iLEAD Lancaster Charter | 4.1 |
| Amargosa Creek Middle | 3.6 |
| John and Jacquelyn Miller Elementary | 6.0 |
| Assurance Learning Academy | 4.0 |
| Mission Academy | 4.0 |
| New Vista Middle | 4.1 |
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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.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 45% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 2 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
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Location
856 W Newgrove Street, Lancaster, CA 93534
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GRACE LUTHERAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lancaster | 0.0 mi | 3.1 |
| LANCASTER-MONTESSORI PRE SCHOOL INC. Lancaster | 0.1 mi | 3.1 |
| Seton, Inc. Lancaster | 0.3 mi | 3.1 |
| Empower Generations Lancaster | 0.4 mi | 3.0 |
| Antelope Valley Adventist School Lancaster | 0.4 mi | 3.1 |
| ANTELOPE VALLEY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Lancaster | 0.4 mi | 3.1 |
| ANTELOPE VALLEY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Lancaster | 0.4 mi | 3.1 |
| RISE Lancaster | 0.4 mi | 3.1 |
| The Leadership Academy Lancaster | 0.4 mi | 4.9 |
| League of Angels Learning Center Lancaster | 0.5 mi | 3.1 |
| Monte Vista Elementary Lancaster | 0.6 mi | 2.2 |
| Life Source International Charter Lancaster | 0.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Journey Int'l Cultural STEAM Academy Lancaster | 0.6 mi | 3.1 |
| Sunnydale Elementary Lancaster | 0.8 mi | 3.2 |
| Lancaster Alternative and Virtual Academies Lancaster | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Sierra Elementary Lancaster | 1.0 mi | 3.3 |
| Antelope Valley High Lancaster | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| CALVARY CHAPEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lancaster | 1.1 mi | 3.1 |
| Mariposa Elementary Lancaster | 1.4 mi | 3.3 |
| Desert Sands Charter Lancaster | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93534 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,891
Median Home Value
$339,900
Median Rent
$1,513/mo
Population
42,290
College Educated
17.5%
Homeownership
36.5%
Avg Commute
29.4 min
Poverty Rate
19.6%
Median Age
34.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ANTELOPE VALLEY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Lancaster, CA | 3.1 |
| ANTELOPE VALLEY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Lancaster, CA | 3.1 |
| Antelope Valley Adventist School Lancaster, CA | 3.1 |
| NOAH'S ARK - HOPE CHAPEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lancaster, CA | 3.1 |
| SBUSD Virtual Academy Imperial Beach, CA | 3.1 |
| Bethel Christian Academy El Sobrante, CA | 3.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Grace Lutheran Elementary
What grades does Grace Lutheran Elementary serve?
Grace Lutheran Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Grace Lutheran Elementary?
Grace Lutheran Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 66 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Grace Lutheran Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Grace Lutheran Elementary is 6.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Grace Lutheran Elementary rank in CA?
Grace Lutheran Elementary is ranked #670 out of 3,177 private schools in CA.
What is Grace Lutheran Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Grace Lutheran Elementary has a composite rating of 3.1 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.
Is Grace Lutheran Elementary a private school?
Yes, Grace Lutheran Elementary is a private coeducational school. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 66
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Los Angeles
- Phone
- (661) 948-1018
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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