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#598 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Top 41% of private schools

St Paul Lutheran School

Elementary School

701 W PALMETTO PARK RD, Boca Raton, FL 33486

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on FL statewide data. Learn more

Enrollment

287

Student-Teacher

10.4:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Boca Raton

#17 of 24

public schools

Florida elementary schools

#257 of 612

About St Paul Lutheran School

St Paul Lutheran School serves 287 students in grades prekindergarten through eighth grade in Boca Raton, Florida. This elementary school maintains an impressive 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio with 28 full-time equivalent teachers, providing students with individualized attention in smaller classroom settings. The school has earned exceptional recognition, receiving a 9.2 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking 43rd out of 1,462 schools statewide, placing it in the 97th percentile of Florida schools.

This outstanding performance reflects the school's commitment to academic excellence and student achievement. St Paul Lutheran School operates in the 33486 ZIP code area, where families enjoy a median household income of $106,343 and median home values of $578,500. The surrounding community is well-educated, with 53% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher, and maintains a low poverty rate of 9.4%.

This educated, stable community of 22,991 residents creates a supportive environment for student learning and family engagement. Located on West Palmetto Park Road, the school serves families in this affluent Boca Raton neighborhood, where the combination of strong community support and dedicated educational resources creates an environment conducive to academic success and personal growth within a small city setting.

What Parents Should Know

As a private school, St Paul Lutheran School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Compare to Public Schools

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How St Paul Lutheran School compares to 23 public schools serving similar grades in Boca Raton, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio
10.4:1
This School
vs
17:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
287
This School
vs
973
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.6
This School
vs
7.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 85.4% vs 0%
Hispanic 3.1% vs 0%
Black 1.7% vs 0%
Asian 0.3% vs 0%
St Paul Lutheran School Boca Raton Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St Paul Lutheran School (this school) 6.6
SOMERSET ACADEMY BOCA EAST 8.2
SOMERSET ACADEMY BOCA MIDDLE SCHOOL 8.2
BOCA RATON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 6.7
ADDISON MIZNER SCHOOL 8.6
BOCA RATON COMMUNITY MIDDLE SCHOOL 6.1
A.D. HENDERSON UNIVERSITY SCHOOL & FAU HIGH SCHOOL 7.1
J. C. MITCHELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 6.4
BLUE LAKE ELEMENTARY 8.8
DON ESTRIDGE HIGH TECH MIDDLE SCHOOL 8.4
VERDE K-8 7.2
SPANISH RIVER COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL 6.9
DEL PRADO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.9
CALUSA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 8.2
OMNI MIDDLE SCHOOL 6.7
OLYMPUS INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY 7.3
HAMMOCK POINTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 8.6
WHISPERING PINES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.1
CORAL SUNSET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.9
SANDPIPER SHORES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 8.7
LOGGERS' RUN COMMUNITY MIDDLE SCHOOL 6.5

Showing 20 of 23 schools. View all schools in Boca Raton

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

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
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B+ 6.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 6.6 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,232
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 4.8 / 10
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Diversity Index 26%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
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 85.4%
Two or More 9.1%
Hispanic 3.1%
Black 1.7%
Asian 0.3%
Native American 0.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

701 W PALMETTO PARK RD, Boca Raton, FL 33486

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Paul Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BLUE LAKE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.8/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ADDISON MIZNER SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SOMERSET ACADEMY BOCA EAST (rated 8.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Boca Raton, see our Boca Raton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
CHILDREN'S HOUSE OF BOCA RATON Boca Raton 0.3 mi
BOCA RATON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Boca Raton 0.4 mi 7.2
SOMERSET ACADEMY BOCA EAST Boca Raton 0.5 mi 8.2
SOMERSET ACADEMY BOCA MIDDLE SCHOOL Boca Raton 0.5 mi 8.2
ST JOAN OF ARC SCHOOL Boca Raton 0.6 mi 5.9
BOCA RATON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boca Raton 0.7 mi 6.7
ADDISON MIZNER SCHOOL Boca Raton 0.9 mi 8.6
FOOTPRINTS ACADEMY INC Boca Raton 1.0 mi
BOCA RATON COMMUNITY MIDDLE SCHOOL Boca Raton 1.0 mi 6.1
MECE Boca Raton 1.1 mi
WALDORF SCHOOL OF PALM BEACH Boca Raton 1.5 mi 7.8
BOCA RATON COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL Boca Raton 1.4 mi 6.1
A.D. HENDERSON UNIVERSITY SCHOOL & FAU HIGH SCHOOL Boca Raton 1.5 mi 7.1
J. C. MITCHELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boca Raton 1.5 mi 6.4
FRENCH AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Boca Raton 1.5 mi 6.7
GARDEN OF THE SAHABA ACADEMY Boca Raton 1.9 mi 7.6
DEERFIELD BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Deerfield Beach 2.2 mi 6.3
GRANDVIEW PREPARATORY SCHOOL Boca Raton 2.3 mi 7.0
BLUE LAKE ELEMENTARY Boca Raton 2.3 mi 8.8
TORAH ACADEMY OF BOCA RATON Boca Raton 2.4 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33486 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$113,575

Median Home Value

$636,400

Median Rent

$2,226/mo

Population

23,252

College Educated

56.1%

Homeownership

71.4%

Avg Commute

21.5 min

Poverty Rate

8.5%

Median Age

42.6

Community Profile

The community surrounding St Paul Lutheran School has a median household income of $113,575. It is a well-educated community where 56% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $636,400, with a median rent of $2,226/month. The local poverty rate of 8.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
ALAZHAR SCHOOL Tamarac, FL 6.6
ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Sunrise, FL 6.6
ANNUNCIATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Middleburg, FL 6.6
BISHOP LARKIN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Port Richey, FL 6.6
COLLINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dania Beach, FL 6.6
DANTE B. FASCELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami, FL 6.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Paul Lutheran School

What grades does St Paul Lutheran School serve?

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

How many students attend St Paul Lutheran School?

St Paul Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 287 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Paul Lutheran School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Paul 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 St Paul Lutheran School rank in FL?

St Paul Lutheran School is ranked #598 out of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is St Paul Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Paul Lutheran School has a composite rating of 6.6 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Paul Lutheran School a private school?

Yes, St Paul 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 Paul Lutheran School a religious school?

St Paul Lutheran School has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (1,849/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Boca Raton). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
287
Gender Split
56% M / 44% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
176 days
Setting
Small City
County
PALM BEACH
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

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