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#938 of 1,462 private schools in FL

First Lutheran School

Elementary School

1644 NURSERY RD, Clearwater, FL 33756

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

10.4:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

10.4:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#938 of 1,462

In Clearwater

#14 of 18

public schools

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About First Lutheran School

First Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Clearwater, FL. First Lutheran School serves approximately 56 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. First Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #938 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it compares0.7 pts below FL schools

5.9

This school 5.9 · Average
FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

At 56 students, First 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.

First 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 First Lutheran School compares to 23 public schools serving similar grades in Clearwater, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio

10.4:1

This School

13.2:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

419

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.9

This School

6.7

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 87.5% vs 0%

Black 7.1% vs 0%

Asian 5.4% vs 0%

First Lutheran School Clearwater Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
First Lutheran School (this school)	—	56	10.4:1	5.9
PLUMB ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	0.9 mi	661	14.7:1	6.3
PONCE DE LEON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.1 mi	546	12.7:1	8.3
BELLEAIR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.3 mi	453	11.9:1	8.4
OAK GROVE MIDDLE SCHOOL	1.4 mi	762	17.7:1	5.4
SKYCREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.7 mi	544	14.3:1	7.3
BELCHER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.8 mi	484	14.7:1	8.2
CLEARWATER FUNDAMENTAL MIDDLE SCHOOL	2.3 mi	755	20.4:1	9.0
PLATO ACADEMY CLEARWATER	2.4 mi	624	13:1	6.9
PINELLAS HIGH INNOVATION	2.5 mi	172	7.8:1	4.5
HOSPITAL/HOMEBOUND	2.5 mi	66	—:1	4.8
PINELLAS TELESCHOOL	2.5 mi	98	24.5:1	3.0
KINGS HIGHWAY ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL	2.9 mi	277	10.7:1	9.6
FRONTIER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.0 mi	609	13.2:1	7.5
SANDY LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.1 mi	308	11:1	8.7
CALVIN A. HUNSINGER SCHOOL	3.2 mi	115	5.2:1	4.8
EISENHOWER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.5 mi	629	13.1:1	7.0
HIGH POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	4.1 mi	580	13.5:1	8.7
ATHENIAN ACADEMY	4.3 mi	418	12.3:1	4.6
PAUL B. STEPHENS ESE CENTER	4.5 mi	148	5.7:1	5.7
MCMULLEN-BOOTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	5.1 mi	440	12.6:1	5.9

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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 FL.

Classroom Attention

B+ 6.8 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.4:1

Instructional Commitment

A- 7.6 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,260

Diversity & Inclusion

B- 4.6 / 10

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Diversity Index 23%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

C+ 4.2 / 10

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Enrollment 56

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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 FL

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 87.5%

Black 7.1%

Asian 5.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1644 NURSERY RD, Clearwater, FL 33756

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering First Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BELLEAIR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PONCE DE LEON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BELCHER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Clearwater, see our Clearwater schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
IVA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Clearwater	0.6 mi	123	6.6
PINELLAS ACADEMY OF MATH AND SCIENCE Largo	0.7 mi	894	7.4
PLUMB ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clearwater	0.9 mi	661	6.3
ST PAULS SCHOOL Clearwater	1.0 mi	318	7.6
PONCE DE LEON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clearwater	1.1 mi	546	8.3
CLEARWATER HIGH SCHOOL Clearwater	1.4 mi	1,637	4.9
BELLEAIR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clearwater	1.3 mi	453	8.4
ST CECELIA INTERPAROCHIAL SCHOOL Clearwater	1.5 mi	401	6.4
OAK GROVE MIDDLE SCHOOL Clearwater	1.4 mi	762	5.4
AMERICAN COLLEGIATE ACADEMY Clearwater	1.5 mi	165	6.6
SKYCREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clearwater	1.7 mi	544	7.3
TAMPA BAY INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Clearwater	1.6 mi	26	—
DELPHI ACADEMY OF FLORIDA Clearwater	1.8 mi	195	7.6
WASHBURN ACADEMY Clearwater	1.7 mi	124	8.7
LARGO HIGH SCHOOL Largo	1.8 mi	2,109	6.5
BELCHER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clearwater	1.8 mi	484	8.2
NEXT LEVEL NATION ACADEMY Clearwater	2.1 mi	24	—
CLEARWATER FUNDAMENTAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Clearwater	2.3 mi	755	9.0
SKYCREST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Clearwater	2.2 mi	512	5.0
BELLEAIR MONTESSORI ACADEMY Belleair	2.2 mi	1	—

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33756 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,990

Median Home Value

$335,800

Median Rent

$1,382/mo

Population

32,928

College Educated

30.2%

Homeownership

61.7%

Avg Commute

23.1 min

Poverty Rate

14%

Median Age

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BRIGHTON ACADEMY I Cape Coral, FL	34	5.9
GOOD SHEPHERD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Jacksonville, FL	45	5.9
GOOD SHEPHERD EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Tequesta, FL	59	5.9
KING OF KINGS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Maitland, FL	68	5.9
MONTESSORI LEARNING CENTER Fort Walton Beach, FL	41	5.9
PENSACOLA JR ACADEMY Pensacola, FL	40	5.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about First Lutheran School

What grades does First Lutheran School serve?

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

How many students attend First Lutheran School?

First Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 56 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at First Lutheran School is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does First Lutheran School rank in FL?

First Lutheran School ranks #938 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is First Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?

First Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is First Lutheran School a private school?

Yes, First 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 First Lutheran School a religious school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 40 Car-Dependent
Bike Score: 42 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 56
Gender Split: 50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 10.4:1
Teachers (FTE): 5
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Midsize City
County: Pinellas County
Phone: (727) 462-8000

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