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#73 of 157 private schools in IA
Top 46% of private schools
St Pauls Lutheran School
Elementary School
404 W MAIN ST, Latimer, IA 50452
Enrollment
31
Student-Teacher
6.9:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
31
Student-Teacher
6.9:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#73 of 157
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St Pauls Lutheran School
Elementary School in Latimer · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Pauls Lutheran School
St Pauls Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Latimer, IA. St Pauls Lutheran School serves approximately 31 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 6.9:1 student-teacher ratio. St Pauls Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #73 of 157 private schools in IA.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- IA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 31 students, St Pauls 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.
At 6.9:1 students to teachers, St Pauls Lutheran School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Pauls 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 Pauls Lutheran School compares to the 1 public school in Latimer, IA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Latimer
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Pauls Lutheran School (this school) | 6.5 |
| CAL Elementary School | 9.7 |
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 IA.
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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 IA
Test Scores
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
404 W MAIN ST, Latimer, IA 50452
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Pauls Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CAL Elementary School (rated 9.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rock Run Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 17.1 miles away, in nearby Iowa Falls), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Alden Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 17.1 miles away, in nearby Alden), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Latimer, see our Latimer schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 25.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 50452 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,500
Median Home Value
$108,100
Median Rent
$1,016/mo
Population
990
College Educated
20.8%
Homeownership
64.8%
Poverty Rate
14.6%
Median Age
35.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Pauls Lutheran School
What grades does St Pauls Lutheran School serve?
St Pauls Lutheran School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St Pauls Lutheran School?
St Pauls Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 31 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Pauls Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Pauls Lutheran School is 6.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Pauls Lutheran School rank in IA?
St Pauls Lutheran School ranks #73 of 157 private schools in IA.
What is St Pauls Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Pauls Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Pauls Lutheran School a private school?
Yes, St Pauls 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 Pauls Lutheran School a religious school?
St Pauls 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
- 31
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Franklin County
- Phone
- (641) 579-6046
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