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#1522 of 1,787 private schools in CA

St John S Lutheran School

Elementary School

26410 COLUMBIA ST, Hemet, CA 92544

Private

Enrollment

255

Student-Teacher

18.8:1

Score

5.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

California private schools

#1,522 of 1,787

In Hemet

#3 of 3

public schools

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St John S Lutheran School

5.1/10

Elementary School in Hemet · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.3/10

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About St John S Lutheran School

St John S Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Hemet, CA. St John S Lutheran School serves approximately 255 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 18.8:1 student-teacher ratio. St John S Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,522 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares1.1 pts below CA schools
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

St John S 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

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How St John S Lutheran School compares to 18 public schools serving similar grades in Hemet, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
18.8:1
This School
vs
23.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
255
This School
vs
807
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.1
This School
vs
4.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 52.2% vs 0%
Hispanic 39.2% vs 0%
Black 3.9% vs 0%
Asian 2% vs 0%
St John S Lutheran School Hemet Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St John S Lutheran School (this school) 5.1
Ramona Elementary 4.3
Dartmouth Middle 3.3
Hemet Dual Language Academy 7.9
Academy of Innovation 7.3
Little Lake Elementary 2.6
Jacob Wiens Elementary 2.5
Acacia Middle 3.2
Hemet Elementary 6.4
Whittier Elementary 3.1
Bautista Creek Elementary 3.4
Diamond Valley Middle 3.4
McSweeny Elementary 5.1
Valle Vista Elementary 3.5
Western Center Academy 8.3
Fruitvale Elementary 3.8
Cawston Elementary 4.2
Harmony Elementary 4.1
Rancho Viejo Middle 4.4

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
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C 2.9 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 18.8:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.8 / 10
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School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,170
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 6.5 / 10
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Diversity Index 56%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
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Enrollment 255
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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 52.2%
Hispanic 39.2%
Black 3.9%
Asian 2.0%
Native American 1.2%
Pacific Islander 0.8%
Two or More 0.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

26410 COLUMBIA ST, Hemet, CA 92544

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St John S Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hemet Dual Language Academy (rated 7.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hemet Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ramona Elementary (rated 4.3/10, 0.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Hemet, see our Hemet schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Ramona Elementary Hemet 0.1 mi 4.3
Dartmouth Middle Hemet 0.5 mi 3.3
Hemet Dual Language Academy Hemet 0.5 mi 7.9
DP Christian School Hemet 0.9 mi
DP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hemet 0.9 mi 6.1
Hemet High Hemet 0.9 mi 6.2
Beardens Hemet 1.0 mi
Academy of Innovation Hemet 0.9 mi 7.3
Little Lake Elementary Hemet 1.0 mi 2.6
Acacia Middle Hemet 1.0 mi 3.2
Jacob Wiens Elementary Hemet 1.0 mi 2.5
CALVARY CHAPEL ACADEMY Hemet 1.2 mi
Hemet Elementary Hemet 1.3 mi 6.4
Alessandro High Hemet 1.4 mi 7.0
Alpha Omega Christian San Jacinto 1.9 mi
ALPHA OMEGA CHRISTIAN San Jacinto 1.9 mi
Unity Educational Academy Hemet 1.7 mi
Whittier Elementary Hemet 1.7 mi 3.1
Spectrum Center Hemet Hemet 1.9 mi
Park Hill Elementary San Jacinto 2.2 mi 3.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 92544 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$67,011

Median Home Value

$356,200

Median Rent

$1,530/mo

Population

51,694

College Educated

14.2%

Homeownership

65.9%

Avg Commute

35.5 min

Poverty Rate

17.6%

Median Age

34

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St John S Lutheran School

What grades does St John S Lutheran School serve?

St John S Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St John S Lutheran School?

St John S Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 255 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St John S Lutheran School?

The student-teacher ratio at St John S Lutheran School is 18.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St John S Lutheran School rank in CA?

St John S Lutheran School ranks #1,522 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is St John S Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?

St John S Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St John S Lutheran School a private school?

Yes, St John S 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 St John S Lutheran School a religious school?

St John S Lutheran School has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
255
Gender Split
47% M / 53% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Riverside County

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