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#79 of 188 private schools in CO
Top 42% of private schools
St John's Lutheran School
Elementary School
700 S FRANKLIN ST, Denver, CO 80209
Enrollment
215
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
215
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Colorado private schools
#79 of 188
In Denver
#16 of 36
public schools
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St John's Lutheran School
Elementary School in Denver · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St John's Lutheran School
St John's Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Denver, CO. St John's Lutheran School serves approximately 215 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St John's Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #79 of 188 private schools in CO.
- This school 6.6 · Average
- CO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 9.2:1 students to teachers, St John's Lutheran School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
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
BetaHow St John's Lutheran School compares to 182 public schools serving similar grades in Denver, CO
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St John's Lutheran School (this school) | 6.6 |
| Steele Elementary School | 9.2 |
| Lincoln Elementary School | 8.2 |
| DSST: Cedar Middle School | 9.0 |
| Stephen Knight Center for Early Education | 7.5 |
| McKinley-Thatcher Elementary School | 9.2 |
| Grant Beacon Middle School | 7.4 |
| Cory Elementary School | 9.1 |
| Bromwell Elementary School | 8.5 |
| Merrill Middle School | 8.7 |
| Creativity Challenge Community | 8.8 |
| Asbury Elementary School | 8.4 |
| Denver Center for International Studies at Fairmon | 8.5 |
| Dora Moore ECE-8 School | 5.2 |
| Denver Center for International Studies | 6.2 |
| Steck Elementary School | 9.1 |
| Ellis Elementary School | 5.0 |
| University Park Elementary School | 8.8 |
| Hill Campus of Arts and Sciences | 5.8 |
| Girls Athletic Leadership School Middle School | 9.1 |
| Denver Online | 4.8 |
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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
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 CO.
Data Unavailable
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
700 S FRANKLIN ST, Denver, CO 80209
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St John's Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Steele Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is McKinley-Thatcher Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cory Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Denver, see our Denver schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Steele Elementary School Denver | 0.5 mi | 9.2 |
| South High School Denver | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Denver | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| ROCK SOLID CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Denver | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| ROCK SOLID CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Denver | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| ST VINCENT DE PAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Denver | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| DSST: Cedar Middle School Denver | 0.9 mi | 9.0 |
| DSST: Cedar High School Denver | 0.9 mi | 9.0 |
| SOPHIA MONTESSORI ACADEMY Denver | 1.0 mi | — |
| McKinley-Thatcher Elementary School Denver | 1.1 mi | 9.2 |
| THE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF WASHINGTON PARK Denver | 1.0 mi | — |
| Stephen Knight Center for Early Education Denver | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Grant Beacon Middle School Denver | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Bromwell Elementary School Denver | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Asbury Elementary School Denver | 1.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Cory Elementary School Denver | 1.4 mi | 9.1 |
| CHILDRENS GARDEN MONTESSORI Denver | 1.6 mi | — |
| RICKS CENTER FOR GIFTED CHILDREN Denver | 1.7 mi | 8.5 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Denver | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Merrill Middle School Denver | 1.6 mi | 8.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 80209 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$118,759
Median Home Value
$971,500
Median Rent
$1,981/mo
Population
26,794
College Educated
80.1%
Homeownership
48%
Avg Commute
23.1 min
Poverty Rate
7%
Median Age
37.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cache La Poudre Elementary School Laporte, CO | 6.6 |
| Columbine Elementary School Longmont, CO | 6.6 |
| Columbine Hills Elementary School Littleton, CO | 6.6 |
| Jefferson County Open Elementary School Lakewood, CO | 6.6 |
| Oak Creek Elementary School Colorado Springs, CO | 6.6 |
| ST STEPHEN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Glenwood Springs, CO | 6.6 |
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 215 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St John's Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at St John's Lutheran School is 9.2:1. 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 CO?
St John's Lutheran School ranks #79 of 188 private schools in CO.
What is St John's Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
St John's Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 215
- Gender Split
- 45% M / 55% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Denver County
- Phone
- (303) 733-3777
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