Very Good
#181 of 478 private schools in IN
Top 38% of private schools
St John Lutheran School
Elementary School
301 S OAK ST, Kendallville, IN 46755
Enrollment
97
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
97
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Indiana private schools
#181 of 478
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St John Lutheran School
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About St John Lutheran School
St John Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Kendallville, IN. St John Lutheran School serves approximately 97 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St John Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #181 of 478 private schools in IN.
Structured state assessment records for St John Lutheran School show 50% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- IN avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 97 students, St John 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.
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 5 public schools serving similar grades in Kendallville, IN
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St John Lutheran School (this school) | 7.2 |
| North Side Elementary School | 4.3 |
| East Noble Middle School | 5.3 |
| South Side Elementary School | 4.2 |
| Northeast IN Spec Ed Coop | — |
| Wayne Center Elem School | 6.8 |
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 IN ILEARN (2024-25)
Based on 17 test records from IN state assessments. About our data
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
301 S OAK ST, Kendallville, IN 46755
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St John Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST MARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Avilla), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Wayne Center Elem School (rated 6.8/10, 2.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ST JOSEPH SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 9.1 miles away, in nearby Garrett), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Kendallville, see our Kendallville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| East Noble High School Kendallville | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| North Side Elementary School Kendallville | 0.5 mi | 4.3 |
| East Noble Middle School Kendallville | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| South Side Elementary School Kendallville | 0.9 mi | 4.2 |
| Northeast IN Spec Ed Coop Kendallville | 1.1 mi | — |
| Wayne Center Elem School Kendallville | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| ST MARY SCHOOL Avilla | 5.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Avilla Elementary School Avilla | 5.4 mi | 6.2 |
| OAK FARM SCHOOL Avilla | 6.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Rome City Elementary School Rome City | 7.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Wolcott Mills Elementary School Wolcottville | 8.2 mi | — |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Garrett | 9.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Central Noble Junior Senior HS Albion | 8.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Central Noble Elementary School Albion | 8.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Garrett High School Garrett | 9.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Garrett Middle School Garrett | 9.5 mi | 5.2 |
| J E Ober Elementary School Garrett | 9.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Country Meadow Elementary School Ashley | 10.0 mi | 4.1 |
| MEADOWBROOK SCHOOL Lagrange | 13.1 mi | — |
| NATURE VALLEY SCHOOL Lagrange | 13.5 mi | 3.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 46755 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,034
Median Home Value
$160,300
Median Rent
$722/mo
Population
15,528
College Educated
17.4%
Homeownership
66.7%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
10.8%
Median Age
40.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cortland Elementary School Seymour, IN | 7.2 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Princeton, IN | 7.2 |
| WOODBURN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Woodburn, IN | 7.2 |
| ACE Preparatory Academy Indianapolis, IN | 7.3 |
| CENTRAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fort Wayne, IN | 7.3 |
| ST AMBROSE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Seymour, IN | 7.3 |
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 8th.
How many students attend St John Lutheran School?
St John Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 97 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St John Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at St John Lutheran School is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St John Lutheran School rank in IN?
St John Lutheran School ranks #181 of 478 private schools in IN.
What is St John Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
St John Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at St John Lutheran School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, St John Lutheran School has 50% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).
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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 97
- Gender Split
- 54% M / 46% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 6.9 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Noble County
- Phone
- (260) 347-2444
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