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#861 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Grace Lutheran School

Elementary School

320 BATES AVE SE, Winter Haven, FL 33880

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

287

Student-Teacher

14.4:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

287

Student-Teacher

14.4:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Florida private schools

#861 of 1,462

In Winter Haven

#5 of 8

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About Grace Lutheran School

Grace Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Winter Haven, FL. Grace Lutheran School serves approximately 287 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Grace Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #861 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it compares0.5 pts below FL schools

6.1

This school 6.1 · Average
FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

Grace 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.

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How Grace Lutheran School compares to 18 public schools serving similar grades in Winter Haven, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio

14.4:1

This School

21.5:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

287

This School

543

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.1

This School

5.3

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 68.3% vs 0%

Black 13.9% vs 0%

Hispanic 11.5% vs 0%

Asian 1.7% vs 0%

Grace Lutheran School Winter Haven Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Grace Lutheran School (this school)	—	287	14.4:1	6.1
LANGUAGE & LITERACY ACADEMY FOR LEARNING	0.1 mi	341	21.3:1	4.4
DENISON MIDDLE SCHOOL	0.2 mi	729	21.4:1	3.3
FRANK E. BRIGHAM ACADEMY	0.4 mi	551	17.2:1	8.5
CYPRESS JUNCTION MONTESSORI	0.5 mi	193	13.8:1	7.5
ELBERT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.3 mi	596	18.6:1	4.0
JEWETT MIDDLE ACADEMY MAGNET	1.8 mi	587	22.6:1	4.3
JEWETT SCHOOL OF THE ARTS	1.9 mi	737	16:1	5.2
INWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.0 mi	393	28.1:1	4.0
LAKE SHIPP ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.2 mi	620	23.8:1	5.0
FRED G. GARNER ACADEMY	2.7 mi	840	16.2:1	6.2
NEW BEGINNINGS HIGH SCHOOL	2.7 mi	837	59.8:1	4.3
WESTWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL	3.0 mi	829	19.7:1	3.0
HARTRIDGE ACADEMY	3.8 mi	171	17.1:1	6.2
GARDEN GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	4.3 mi	691	18.2:1	5.6
WAHNETA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	4.5 mi	492	17:1	6.0
CHAIN OF LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	5.2 mi	1,008	15:1	8.1
RIDGE TECHNICAL ACADEMY	5.8 mi	143	20.4:1	4.9
RIDGE TEEN PARENT PROGRAM	5.8 mi	10	—:1	—

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

C+ 3.8 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 14.4:1

Instructional Commitment

B+ 6.7 / 10

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School Day Length 6.9 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,242

Diversity & Inclusion

B+ 7.2 / 10

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Diversity Index 50%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.4 / 10

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Enrollment 287

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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 68.3%

Black 13.9%

Hispanic 11.5%

Two or More 4.2%

Asian 1.7%

Native American 0.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

320 BATES AVE SE, Winter Haven, FL 33880

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Grace Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FRANK E. BRIGHAM ACADEMY (rated 8.5/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CYPRESS JUNCTION MONTESSORI (rated 7.5/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Winter Haven, see our Winter Haven schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
LANGUAGE & LITERACY ACADEMY FOR LEARNING Winter Haven	0.1 mi	341	4.4
DENISON MIDDLE SCHOOL Winter Haven	0.2 mi	729	3.3
FUTURE SCHOLARS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Winter Haven	0.2 mi	37	7.6
FUTURE SCHOLARS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Winterhaven	0.2 mi	39	7.9
OVELL'S CHRISITIAN ACADEMY Winter Haven	0.3 mi	23	—
FRANK E. BRIGHAM ACADEMY Winter Haven	0.4 mi	551	8.5
WINTER HAVEN ADVENTIST ACADEMY Winter Haven	0.5 mi	40	4.5
WINTER HAVEN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Winter Haven	0.5 mi	2,553	4.9
CYPRESS JUNCTION MONTESSORI Winter Haven	0.5 mi	193	7.5
BEYMER UNITED METHODIST PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Winter Haven	1.0 mi	14	—
CHAIN OF LAKES COLLEGIATE HIGH Winter Haven	1.0 mi	314	7.0
ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Winter Haven	1.2 mi	427	7.3
ELBERT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Winter Haven	1.3 mi	596	4.0
VALOR CHRISTIAN LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Winter Haven	1.4 mi	56	5.4
JEWETT MIDDLE ACADEMY MAGNET Winter Haven	1.8 mi	587	4.3
JEWETT SCHOOL OF THE ARTS Winter Haven	1.9 mi	737	5.2
TREASURES OF LIFE ACADEMY Winter Haven	1.9 mi	13	—
INWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Winter Haven	2.0 mi	393	4.0
JOHN SNIVELY ELEMENTARY Eloise	2.3 mi	397	7.0
LAKE SHIPP ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Winter Haven	2.2 mi	620	5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33880 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$56,803

Median Home Value

$200,900

Median Rent

$1,128/mo

Population

42,336

College Educated

17.3%

Homeownership

65.8%

Avg Commute

26.8 min

Poverty Rate

18.5%

Median Age

36.5

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AGENORIA S PASCHAL/OLINDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami, FL	300	6.1
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville, FL	253	6.1
CHARLOTTE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Port Charlotte, FL	230	6.1
ENDEAVOUR PRIMARY LEARNING CENTER Lauderhill, FL	326	6.1
HEBREW ACADEMY COMMUNITY SCHOOL Margate, FL	314	6.1
HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Jacksonville, FL	361	6.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Grace Lutheran School

What grades does Grace Lutheran School serve?

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

How many students attend Grace Lutheran School?

Grace Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 287 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Grace Lutheran School is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Grace Lutheran School rank in FL?

Grace Lutheran School ranks #861 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Grace Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?

Grace Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Grace Lutheran School a private school?

Yes, Grace 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 Grace Lutheran School a religious school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 74 Very Walkable
Bike Score: 65 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 287
Gender Split: 49% M / 51% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 14.4:1
Teachers (FTE): 20
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
School Day: 6.9 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Small City
County: Polk County
Phone: (863) 293-9744

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