Below Average
#1594 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Mission Lutheran School
Elementary School
24360 YOSEMITE RD, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
Enrollment
37
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – TK
Enrollment
37
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – TK
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,594 of 1,787
In Laguna Niguel
#4 of 4
public schools
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Mission Lutheran School
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About Mission Lutheran School
Mission Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Laguna Niguel, CA. Mission Lutheran School serves approximately 37 students, and covers grades Pre-K-TK, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Mission Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,594 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 37 students, Mission 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.
Mission 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 Mission Lutheran School compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Laguna Niguel, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mission Lutheran School (this school) | 4.9 |
| Laguna Niguel Elementary | 8.6 |
| Marian Bergeson Elementary | 8.3 |
| Orange County Academy of Sciences and Arts | 8.5 |
| Community Roots Academy | 7.3 |
| Niguel Hills Middle | 7.8 |
| Hidden Hills Elementary | 7.3 |
| Moulton Elementary | 7.8 |
| George White Elementary | 6.7 |
| John Malcom Elementary | 6.9 |
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
24360 YOSEMITE RD, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mission Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Laguna Niguel Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Orange County Academy of Sciences and Arts (rated 8.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Marian Bergeson Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Laguna Niguel, see our Laguna Niguel schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mission Lutheran School Laguna Niguel | 0.0 mi | — |
| Laguna Niguel Elementary Laguna Niguel | 0.5 mi | 8.6 |
| LAGUNA NIGUEL MONTESSORI CENTER Laguna Niguel | 0.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Orange County Academy of Sciences and Arts Laguna Niguel | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| Stratford School Laguna Niguel Laguna Niguel | 1.0 mi | — |
| MCDOWELL SCHOOL Laguna Niguel | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Marian Bergeson Elementary Laguna Niguel | 0.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Community Roots Academy Laguna Niguel | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Wood Canyon Elementary Aliso Viejo | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Aliso Niguel High Aliso Viejo | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Niguel Hills Middle Laguna Niguel | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| ST MARY'S SCHOOL Aliso Viejo | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Community Christian Homeschool Aliso Viejo | 1.3 mi | — |
| Academy on the Hills Aliso Viejo | 1.6 mi | — |
| ACADEMY ON THE HILL Aliso Viejo | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| LAGUNA NIGUEL JR ACADEMY Laguna Niguel | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| KENSINGTON MONTESSORRI SCHOOL Laguna Niguel | 1.5 mi | — |
| Laguna Niguel Jr. Academy Laguna Niguel | 1.5 mi | — |
| ALISO VIEJO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Aliso Viejo | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Journey Aliso Viejo | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92677 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$140,605
Median Home Value
$1,123,000
Median Rent
$2,819/mo
Population
64,023
College Educated
59.3%
Homeownership
66.5%
Avg Commute
26.5 min
Poverty Rate
5.9%
Median Age
47.7
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|---|---|
| ARK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY San Gabriel, CA | 4.9 |
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| NURTURY THE Sherman Oaks, CA | 4.9 |
| SANTA LUCIA SCHOOL Templeton, CA | 4.9 |
| SYCAMORE SCHOOL Malibu, CA | 4.9 |
| UNITED AUBURN INDIAN COMMUNITY TRIBAL SCHOOL Loomis, CA | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mission Lutheran School
What grades does Mission Lutheran School serve?
Mission Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through TK.
How many students attend Mission Lutheran School?
Mission Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 37 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mission Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mission Lutheran School is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Mission Lutheran School rank in CA?
Mission Lutheran School ranks #1,594 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Mission Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mission Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Mission Lutheran School a private school?
Yes, Mission 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 Mission Lutheran School a religious school?
Mission Lutheran School has a Evangelical Lutheran Church in America religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – TK
- Enrollment
- 37
- Gender Split
- 11% M / 89% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Evangelical Lutheran Church in America
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Phone
- (949) 643-8311
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