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#106 of 188 private schools in CO

Bethlehem Lutheran School

Elementary School

2100 WADSWORTH BLVD, Lakewood, CO 80214

Private

Enrollment

177

Student-Teacher

8.8:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Colorado private schools

#106 of 188

In Lakewood

#4 of 5

public schools

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Bethlehem Lutheran School

6.2/10

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

Beth Eden Baptist School

8.0/10

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5.1/10

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About Bethlehem Lutheran School

Bethlehem Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Lakewood, CO. Bethlehem Lutheran School serves approximately 177 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Bethlehem Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #106 of 188 private schools in CO.

How it comparesOn par with CO schools
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • CO avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 177 students, Bethlehem 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.

At 8.8:1 students to teachers, Bethlehem Lutheran School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Bethlehem 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 Bethlehem Lutheran School compares to 34 public schools serving similar grades in Lakewood, CO

Student-Teacher Ratio
8.8:1
This School
vs
22.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
177
This School
vs
447
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.2
This School
vs
5.9
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 89.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 8.5% vs 0%
Asian 1.7% vs 0%
Black 0.6% vs 0%
Bethlehem Lutheran School Lakewood Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Bethlehem Lutheran School (this school) 6.2
Slater Elementary School 4.5
Jefferson County Open Secondary 7.4
Jefferson County Open Elementary School 6.6
Eiber Elementary School 5.0
Sobesky Academy 6.7
South Lakewood Elementary School 6.6
Dennison Elementary School 8.9
Rose Stein International Elementary 7.1
Miller Special Education 5.4
Creighton Middle School 5.7
Stober Elementary School 7.3
Deane Elementary School 2.8
Belmar School of Integrated Arts 3.0
Astravo Online Academy Elementary School 6.4
Colorado Virtual Academy 6.2
Colorado Virtual Academy Middle School 6.1
Colorado Online Middle School 5.0
Astravo Online Academy Middle School 4.7
Alameda International Junior/Senior High School 4.6
Patterson International School 6.5

Showing 20 of 34 schools. View all schools in Lakewood

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 CO.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B+ 6.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.8:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.3 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,197
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 4.3 / 10
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Diversity Index 20%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
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Enrollment 177
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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 CO

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 89.3%
Hispanic 8.5%
Asian 1.7%
Black 0.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2100 WADSWORTH BLVD, Lakewood, CO 80214

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bethlehem Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rose Stein International Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is WELLSPRING CATHOLIC ACADEMY OF ST. BERNADETTE (rated 6.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, STS PETER & PAUL CATHOLIC STEM SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Wheat Ridge), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lakewood, see our Lakewood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
BETH EDEN BAPTIST SCHOOL Wheat Ridge 0.4 mi 8.0
Jefferson Junior/Senior High School Edgewater 0.4 mi 5.1
Lumberg Elementary School Edgewater 0.5 mi 3.2
Slater Elementary School Lakewood 0.7 mi 4.5
WELLSPRING CATHOLIC ACADEMY OF ST. BERNADETTE Lakewood 1.1 mi 6.8
Jefferson County Open Secondary Lakewood 1.1 mi 7.4
Jefferson County Open Elementary School Lakewood 1.1 mi 6.6
Stevens Elementary School Wheat Ridge 1.5 mi 6.4
Edgewater Elementary School Edgewater 1.2 mi 4.5
STS PETER & PAUL CATHOLIC STEM SCHOOL Wheat Ridge 1.6 mi 6.8
Sobesky Academy Lakewood 1.6 mi 6.7
Wheat Ridge High School Wheat Ridge 1.6 mi 6.6
Eiber Elementary School Lakewood 1.6 mi 5.0
BETH JACOB HIGH SCHOOL Denver 1.7 mi 7.1
South Lakewood Elementary School Lakewood 2.2 mi 6.6
Jeffco Transition Services School Lakewood 2.3 mi 5.0
Lakewood High School Lakewood 2.0 mi 7.7
Everitt Middle School Wheat Ridge 2.0 mi 5.8
Rose Stein International Elementary Lakewood 2.4 mi 7.1
OUR LADY OF FATIMA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lakewood 1.9 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80214 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$74,259

Median Home Value

$519,900

Median Rent

$1,516/mo

Population

26,759

College Educated

39.4%

Homeownership

40.1%

Avg Commute

26.4 min

Poverty Rate

14.7%

Median Age

35.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bethlehem Lutheran School

What grades does Bethlehem Lutheran School serve?

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

How many students attend Bethlehem Lutheran School?

Bethlehem Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 177 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Bethlehem Lutheran School is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Bethlehem Lutheran School rank in CO?

Bethlehem Lutheran School ranks #106 of 188 private schools in CO.

What is Bethlehem Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bethlehem Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Bethlehem Lutheran School a private school?

Yes, Bethlehem 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 Bethlehem Lutheran School a religious school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
71 Very Walkable
Transit Score
39 Some Transit
Bike Score
70 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
177
Gender Split
52% M / 48% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
171 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
Jefferson County

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