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#247 of 478 private schools in IN
St James Lutheran Elementary School
Elementary School
615 N 8TH ST, Lafayette, IN 47901
Enrollment
147
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
147
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Indiana private schools
#247 of 478
In Lafayette
#7 of 7
public schools
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St James Lutheran Elementary School
Elementary School in Lafayette · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St James Lutheran Elementary School
St James Lutheran Elementary School is a private elementary school in Lafayette, IN. St James Lutheran Elementary School serves approximately 147 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St James Lutheran Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #247 of 478 private schools in IN.
- This school 6.7 · Average
- IN avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 147 students, St James Lutheran Elementary 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.
St James Lutheran Elementary 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 James Lutheran Elementary School compares to 21 public schools serving similar grades in Lafayette, IN
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St James Lutheran Elementary School (this school) | 6.7 |
| Murdock Elementary School | 5.2 |
| Lafayette Sunnyside Intermediate | 5.6 |
| Thomas Miller Elementary School | 5.3 |
| Oakland Elementary School | 5.7 |
| Vinton Elementary School | 7.1 |
| Lafayette Tecumseh Jr High School | 5.6 |
| Glen Acres Elementary School | 6.3 |
| Edgelea Elementary School | 7.7 |
| Miami Elementary School | 5.0 |
| Amelia Earhart Elementary School | 7.0 |
| Wea Ridge Elementary School | 4.9 |
| Wea Ridge Middle School | 5.4 |
| Wyandotte Elementary | 6.9 |
| Woodland Elementary School | 8.1 |
| Mayflower Mill Elementary School | 5.7 |
| Hershey Elementary School | 8.6 |
| East Tipp Middle School | 7.1 |
| Mintonye Elementary School | 6.7 |
| Southwestern Middle School | 4.1 |
| Wainwright Middle School | 4.8 |
Showing 20 of 21 schools. View all schools in Lafayette
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 IN.
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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 IN
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
615 N 8TH ST, Lafayette, IN 47901
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St James Lutheran Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. West Lafayette Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby West Lafayette), which scores notably higher. Another option is Edgelea Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST LAWRENCE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lafayette, see our Lafayette schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 47901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,425
Median Home Value
$257,400
Median Rent
$954/mo
Population
4,342
College Educated
57%
Homeownership
9.7%
Poverty Rate
21.6%
Median Age
30.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF WESTFIELD Westfield, IN | 6.7 |
| ST JOHN BOSCO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hammond, IN | 6.7 |
| ASCENSION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fort Wayne, IN | 6.8 |
| LUTHERAN CENTRAL SCHOOL Brownstown, IN | 6.8 |
| Patricksburg Elementary School Patricksburg, IN | 6.8 |
| ST JOHN-EMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Monroeville, IN | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St James Lutheran Elementary School
What grades does St James Lutheran Elementary School serve?
St James Lutheran Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St James Lutheran Elementary School?
St James Lutheran Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 147 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St James Lutheran Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St James Lutheran Elementary School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St James Lutheran Elementary School rank in IN?
St James Lutheran Elementary School ranks #247 of 478 private schools in IN.
What is St James Lutheran Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
St James Lutheran Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St James Lutheran Elementary School a private school?
Yes, St James Lutheran Elementary 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 James Lutheran Elementary School a religious school?
St James Lutheran Elementary School has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 147
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Tippecanoe County
- Phone
- (765) 742-6464
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