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#3110 of 3,177 private schools in CA
Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran
Elementary School
9191 Fletcher Parkway, La Mesa, CA 91942
About Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran
Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran is an private elementary school in La Mesa, CA 91942. The school serves approximately 50 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 16.7:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 5.7/10, placing it in the 2.1th percentile among private schools in CA — an average rating overall.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $81,262, where 38% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. Compared to the 24 public schools in La Mesa, Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran rates higher overall (5.7 vs 4.8 average).
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran compares to 24 public schools serving similar grades in La Mesa, CA
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran (this school) | 5.7 |
| Parkway Sports and Health Science Academy | 5.0 |
| Northmont Elementary | 2.7 |
| Fletcher Hills Elementary | 4.1 |
| Murray Manor Elementary | 6.5 |
| JCS - Manzanita | 7.9 |
| Lemon Avenue Elementary | 5.2 |
| Maryland Avenue Elementary | 6.5 |
| Murdock Elementary | 4.4 |
| Sparrow Academy | 4.9 |
| The Learning Choice Academy - East County | 4.9 |
| La Mesa Dale Elementary | 4.9 |
| La Mesa Arts Academy | 7.2 |
| Rolando Elementary | 5.0 |
| Casa de Oro Elementary | 4.5 |
| Avocado Elementary | 3.9 |
| Highlands Elementary | 4.3 |
| Vista La Mesa Academy | 4.6 |
| Loma Elementary | 3.8 |
| Bancroft Elementary | 3.5 |
| Sweetwater Springs Elementary | 4.6 |
Showing 20 of 24 schools. View all schools in La Mesa
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
9191 Fletcher Parkway, La Mesa, CA 91942
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SHEPHERD OF THE HILLS LUTHERAN SCHOOL La Mesa | 0.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Parkway Sports and Health Science Academy La Mesa | 0.3 mi | 5.0 |
| FOOTHILLS CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL El Cajon | 0.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Mt. Helix Academy La Mesa | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| MT HELIX ACADEMY - TIEE La Mesa | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| MT. HELIX ACADEMY La Mesa | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Northmont Elementary La Mesa | 0.5 mi | 2.7 |
| Fletcher Hills Elementary La Mesa | 0.6 mi | 4.1 |
| OUR LADY OF GRACE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL El Cajon | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Sierra School Of San Diego San Diego | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| SIERRA SCHOOL OF SAN DIEGO San Diego | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Gage Elementary San Diego | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Murray Manor Elementary La Mesa | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Grossmont High La Mesa | 1.2 mi | 3.7 |
| Pershing Middle San Diego | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| WARREN-WALKER SCHOOL-LA MESA La Mesa | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| JCS - Manzanita La Mesa | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Grossmont Middle College High El Cajon | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Flying Hills School of Arts El Cajon | 1.7 mi | 2.3 |
| Lemon Avenue Elementary La Mesa | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91942 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,262
Median Home Value
$689,300
Median Rent
$1,934/mo
Population
40,920
College Educated
38.2%
Homeownership
44%
Avg Commute
24.7 min
Poverty Rate
12.7%
Median Age
37.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ADVENTIST UNION SCHOOL Bellflower, CA | 5.7 |
| Adventist Union School Bellflower, CA | 5.7 |
| Homestead (Alternative) Ventura, CA | 5.7 |
| SHEPHERD OF THE HILLS LUTHERAN SCHOOL La Mesa, CA | 5.7 |
| Acton Academy Silicon Valley Redwood City, CA | 5.8 |
| BAIS MENACHEM YESHIVA DAY SCHOOL San Francisco, CA | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran
What grades does Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran serve?
Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran?
Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran has an enrollment of approximately 50 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran?
The student-teacher ratio at Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran rank in CA?
Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran is ranked #3110 out of 3,177 private schools in CA.
What is Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran's MySchoolScout rating?
Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran has a composite rating of 5.7 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.
Is Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran a private school?
Yes, Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran 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
- 50
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- San Diego
- Phone
- (619) 469-9443
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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