Below Average

#1668 of 1,787 private schools in CA

Salem Lutheran School

Elementary School

6411 E FRANK LN, Orange, CA 92869

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

355

Student-Teacher

17.5:1

Score

4.6

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

355

Student-Teacher

17.5:1

Score

4.6

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

California private schools

#1,668 of 1,787

In Orange

#10 of 12

public schools

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About Salem Lutheran School

Salem Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Orange, CA. Salem Lutheran School serves approximately 355 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Salem Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,668 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares1.6 pts below CA schools

4.6

This school 4.6 · Below Average
CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Salem 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.

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How Salem Lutheran School compares to 24 public schools serving similar grades in Orange, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio

17.5:1

This School

23.5:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

355

This School

420

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

4.6

This School

6.1

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 69.9% vs 0%

Hispanic 18% vs 0%

Asian 8.5% vs 0%

Black 1.4% vs 0%

Salem Lutheran School Orange Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Salem Lutheran School (this school)	—	355	17.5:1	4.6
Linda Vista Elementary	0.7 mi	314	26.2:1	6.7
Santiago Middle	1.4 mi	1,098	25:1	7.0
Orange County Classical Academy	1.9 mi	568	23.7:1	5.5
Chapman Hills Elementary	1.9 mi	346	26.6:1	5.5
Esplanade Elementary	1.9 mi	281	21.6:1	4.1
Prospect Elementary	2.3 mi	358	25.6:1	7.0
Handy Elementary	2.6 mi	373	24.9:1	6.2
Jordan Academy of Language and Computer Science	2.6 mi	413	24.3:1	5.9
McPherson Magnet	2.7 mi	853	27.5:1	7.1
OUSD Home Sch	3.1 mi	40	20:1	7.2
OUSD EDGE Virtual Academy	3.1 mi	243	18.7:1	3.2
OUSD Community Day	3.1 mi	10	10:1	—
La Veta Elementary	3.2 mi	456	26.8:1	6.2
California iInspire Academy	3.3 mi	692	27.7:1	5.8
Taft Elementary	3.4 mi	436	29.1:1	6.0
Yorba Middle	3.4 mi	416	17.3:1	6.6
Tomorrow's Leadership Collaborative (TLC) Charter	3.5 mi	200	22.2:1	7.7
Cambridge Elementary	3.6 mi	426	21.3:1	4.2
Palmyra GATE Magnet	3.6 mi	425	23.6:1	7.5
Olive Elementary	3.9 mi	327	23.4:1	4.6

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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

Preliminary

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.

Classroom Attention

C 3.4 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 17.5:1

Instructional Commitment

C- 2.4 / 10

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School Day Length 6.2 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,066.4

Diversity & Inclusion

B- 5.3 / 10

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Diversity Index 47%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.1 / 10

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Enrollment 355

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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)

White 69.9%

Hispanic 18.0%

Asian 8.5%

Two or More 2.3%

Black 1.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

6411 E FRANK LN, Orange, CA 92869

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Salem Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Anaheim Hills Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Anaheim), which scores notably higher. Another option is Panorama Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Santa Ana), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Linda Vista Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Orange, see our Orange schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Linda Vista Elementary Orange	0.7 mi	314	6.7
UNIVERSITY HIGH SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND LEADERSHIP Orange	0.9 mi	2	—
Oakridge Private Orange	0.8 mi	186	—
ECE 4 Autism, Chapman Orange	1.3 mi	11	—
Santiago Middle Orange	1.4 mi	1,098	7.0
LA PURISIMA SCHOOL Orange	1.8 mi	132	6.4
Chapman Hills Elementary Orange	1.9 mi	346	5.5
La Purisima Catholic School Orange	1.8 mi	124	—
Villa Park Elementary Villa Park	1.7 mi	622	6.5
Anaheim Hills Elementary Anaheim	1.8 mi	474	8.4
Orange County Classical Academy Orange	1.9 mi	568	5.5
Esplanade Elementary Orange	1.9 mi	281	4.1
Villa Park High Villa Park	1.9 mi	2,059	6.5
Panorama Elementary Santa Ana	2.2 mi	416	7.8
AMERIMONT ACADEMY Anaheim	2.2 mi	14	—
Imperial Elementary Anaheim	2.3 mi	424	5.6
AMERIMONT ACADEMY Anaheim	2.2 mi	14	—
AmeriMont Academy Anaheim Hills	2.2 mi	13	—
Cerro Villa Middle Villa Park	2.0 mi	731	6.8
El Modena High Orange	2.1 mi	1,914	7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 92869 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$147,047

Median Home Value

$935,200

Median Rent

$2,335/mo

Population

36,684

College Educated

45.7%

Homeownership

72.7%

Avg Commute

25.9 min

Poverty Rate

5.6%

Median Age

40.6

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Arlanza Elementary Riverside, CA	450	4.6
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Bursch Elementary Compton, CA	352	4.6
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Salem Lutheran School

What grades does Salem Lutheran School serve?

Salem Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Salem Lutheran School?

Salem Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 355 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Salem Lutheran School?

The student-teacher ratio at Salem Lutheran School is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Salem Lutheran School rank in CA?

Salem Lutheran School ranks #1,668 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Salem Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?

Salem Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Salem Lutheran School a private school?

Yes, Salem 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 Salem Lutheran School a religious school?

Salem Lutheran School has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 16 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score: 29 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 355
Gender Split: 50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 17.5:1
Teachers (FTE): 20
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
School Day: 6.2 hours
Days Per Year: 172 days
Setting: Midsize City
County: Orange County
Phone: (714) 639-1946

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