Very Good
#330 of 1,462 private schools in FL
Top 23% of private schools
St John Lutheran School
School
1915 SE LAKE WEIR AVE, Ocala, FL 34471
Enrollment
385
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
385
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Florida private schools
#330 of 1,462
In Ocala
#5 of 17
public schools
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About St John Lutheran School
St John Lutheran School is a private school in Ocala, FL. St John Lutheran School serves approximately 385 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St John Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #330 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- FL avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
St John 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 Lutheran School compares to 42 public schools serving similar grades in Ocala, FL
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St John Lutheran School (this school) | 7.3 |
| SOUTH OCALA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.7 |
| EIGHTH STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 9.3 |
| OSCEOLA MIDDLE SCHOOL | 6.2 |
| ELC PK ESE SERVICES | — |
| MARION TECHNICAL INSTITUTE | 3.1 |
| MARION COUNTY ACCELERATION ACADEMY | — |
| PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS INC. | 5.9 |
| WYOMINA PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.0 |
| FORT KING MIDDLE SCHOOL | 3.9 |
| HILLCREST | 5.6 |
| OCALI CHARTER MIDDLE SCHOOL | 7.6 |
| DR N H JONES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.1 |
| MADISON STREET ACADEMY OF VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS | 8.3 |
| WARD-HIGHLANDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.0 |
| HOWARD MIDDLE SCHOOL | 4.4 |
| NEW LEAF CENTER | 5.7 |
| SHADY HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.8 |
| SILVER RIVER MENTORING AND INSTRUCTION | 3.3 |
| OAKCREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.1 |
| COLLEGE PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.9 |
Showing 20 of 42 schools. View all schools in Ocala
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.
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 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
1915 SE LAKE WEIR AVE, Ocala, FL 34471
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St John Lutheran School may also want to explore other schools in the area. DR. D. D. BROWN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF HOPE (rated 6.4/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is AMBLESIDE SCHOOL OF OCALA (rated 6.3/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, DR. D. D. BROWN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF HOPE (rated 3.9/10, 1.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Ocala, see our Ocala schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE CORNERSTONE SCHOOL Ocala | 0.2 mi | 5.1 |
| SOUTH OCALA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ocala | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| BLESSED TRINITY SCHOOL Ocala | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| EIGHTH STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ocala | 1.0 mi | 9.3 |
| OSCEOLA MIDDLE SCHOOL Ocala | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| ELC PK ESE SERVICES Ocala | 1.1 mi | — |
| MARION TECHNICAL INSTITUTE Ocala | 1.3 mi | 3.1 |
| AMBLESIDE SCHOOL OF OCALA Ocala | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| MARION COUNTY ACCELERATION ACADEMY Ocala | 1.4 mi | — |
| WYOMINA PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ocala | 1.7 mi | 3.0 |
| VICTORY ACADEMY OCALA Ocala | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS INC. Ocala | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| DR. D. D. BROWN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF HOPE Ocala | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| DR. D. D. BROWN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF HOPE Ocala | 1.7 mi | 3.9 |
| FORT KING MIDDLE SCHOOL Ocala | 1.8 mi | 3.9 |
| HILLCREST Ocala | 2.0 mi | 5.6 |
| SHILOH SDA SCHOOL Ocala | 2.0 mi | 4.8 |
| MADISON STREET ACADEMY OF VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS Ocala | 2.2 mi | 8.3 |
| OCALI CHARTER MIDDLE SCHOOL Ocala | 2.1 mi | 7.6 |
| DR N H JONES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ocala | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 34471 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,283
Median Home Value
$292,200
Median Rent
$1,225/mo
Population
26,031
College Educated
36.2%
Homeownership
59.3%
Avg Commute
17.3 min
Poverty Rate
15.4%
Median Age
44.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St John Lutheran School
What grades does St John Lutheran School serve?
St John Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend St John Lutheran School?
St John Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 385 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St John Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at St John Lutheran School is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St John Lutheran School rank in FL?
St John Lutheran School ranks #330 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
What is St John Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
St John 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 St John Lutheran School a private school?
Yes, St John 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 Lutheran School a religious school?
St John Lutheran School has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 385
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 7.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Marion County
- Phone
- (352) 622-7275
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