Very Good
#293 of 1,462 private schools in FL
Top 20% of private schools
Shepherd of the Coast Lutheran School
Elementary School
1901 E COMMERCIAL BLVD, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308
Enrollment
103
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
103
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Florida private schools
#293 of 1,462
In Fort Lauderdale
#4 of 25
public schools
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Shepherd of the Coast Lutheran School
Elementary School in Fort Lauderdale · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Shepherd of the Coast Lutheran School
Shepherd of the Coast Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Shepherd of the Coast Lutheran School serves approximately 103 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Shepherd of the Coast Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #293 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 103 students, Shepherd of the Coast 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.
Shepherd of the Coast 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 Shepherd of the Coast Lutheran School compares to 29 public schools serving similar grades in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Shepherd of the Coast Lutheran School (this school) | 7.3 |
| FLORANADA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 9.2 |
| LAKEWOOD RANCH PREPARATORY ACADEMY | — |
| BENNETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.1 |
| SUNRISE MIDDLE SCHOOL | 6.0 |
| BAYVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.4 |
| NORTH SIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.6 |
| THURGOOD MARSHALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.2 |
| WILLIAM DANDY MIDDLE SCHOOL | 3.2 |
| ROCK ISLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.8 |
| SUNLAND PARK ACADEMY | 7.5 |
| VIRGINIA SHUMAN YOUNG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.9 |
| DILLARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.9 |
| DILLARD 6-12 | 3.6 |
| WALKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.9 |
| NORTH FORK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.1 |
| BROWARD DETENTION CENTER | 5.7 |
| WINGATE OAKS CENTER | 6.1 |
| CHARTER SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE | 4.6 |
| HARBORDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.4 |
| CROISSANT PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.8 |
Showing 20 of 29 schools. View all schools in Fort Lauderdale
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 FL.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1901 E COMMERCIAL BLVD, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Shepherd of the Coast Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FLORANADA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST MARK'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Oakland Park), with a very similar rating. Additionally, MCNAB ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Pompano Beach), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Fort Lauderdale, see our Fort Lauderdale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FLORANADA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale | 0.5 mi | 9.2 |
| CHRIST CHURCH SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| WESTMINSTER ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| CARDINAL GIBBONS HIGH SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| NORTHEAST HIGH SCHOOL Oakland Park | 1.1 mi | 3.5 |
| JAMES S. RICKARDS MIDDLE SCHOOL Oakland Park | 1.2 mi | 3.9 |
| NORTH ANDREWS GARDENS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oakland Park | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| HI TECH KIDZ KOLLEGE Pompano Beach | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| LAKEWOOD RANCH PREPARATORY ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale | 1.5 mi | — |
| ST MARK'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Oakland Park | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| EXCELSIOR INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY Pompano Beach | 1.6 mi | — |
| LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Oakland Park | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| FUVIS LEARNING CENTER Oakland Park | 1.6 mi | — |
| MILLENNIUM LEADERSHIP CHRISTIAN ACADEMY INC Oakland Park | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| KLA SCHOOL OF FORT LAUDERDALE Fort Lauderdale | 1.7 mi | — |
| OAKLAND PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oakland Park | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| MCNAB ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pompano Beach | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| CYPRESS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pompano Beach | 2.1 mi | 6.2 |
| PRIDE & JOY LEARNING Oakland Park | 1.9 mi | 4.8 |
| ST COLEMAN SCHOOL Pompano Beach | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33308 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,413
Median Home Value
$536,900
Median Rent
$1,850/mo
Population
27,261
College Educated
55.6%
Homeownership
70.7%
Avg Commute
26.5 min
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Median Age
57.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Shepherd of the Coast Lutheran School
What grades does Shepherd of the Coast Lutheran School serve?
Shepherd of the Coast Lutheran School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Shepherd of the Coast Lutheran School?
Shepherd of the Coast Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 103 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Shepherd of the Coast Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at Shepherd of the Coast Lutheran School is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Shepherd of the Coast Lutheran School rank in FL?
Shepherd of the Coast Lutheran School ranks #293 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
What is Shepherd of the Coast Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
Shepherd of the Coast Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Shepherd of the Coast Lutheran School a private school?
Yes, Shepherd of the Coast 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 Shepherd of the Coast Lutheran School a religious school?
Shepherd of the Coast Lutheran School has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 103
- Gender Split
- 58% M / 42% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Broward County
- Phone
- (954) 772-5468
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