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#326 of 478 private schools in IN

St Johns Lutheran School

Elementary School

1058 S COUNTY ROAD 460 E, Seymour, IN 47274

Private

Enrollment

85

Student-Teacher

15.7:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Indiana private schools

#326 of 478

In Seymour

#3 of 4

public schools

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St Johns Lutheran School

5.9/10

Elementary School in Seymour · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About St Johns Lutheran School

St Johns Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Seymour, IN. St Johns Lutheran School serves approximately 85 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Johns Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #326 of 478 private schools in IN.

How it compares0.7 pts below IN schools
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • IN avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

At 85 students, St Johns 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 Johns 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.

St Johns Lutheran School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Compare to Public Schools

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How St Johns Lutheran School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Seymour, IN

Student-Teacher Ratio
15.7:1
This School
vs
15.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
85
This School
vs
486
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.9
This School
vs
5.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 98.8% vs 0%
Black 1.2% vs 0%
St Johns Lutheran School Seymour Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St Johns Lutheran School (this school) 5.9
Seymour-Jackson Elementary School 3.2
Emerson Elementary School 8.6
Margaret R Brown Elementary School 3.6
Cortland Elementary School 7.2
Seymour Middle School 4.3
Seymour-Redding Elementary School 4.7

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

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

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 IN.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B- 4.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 15.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.8 / 10
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School Day Length 8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,440
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 4.6 / 10
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Diversity Index 2%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 6.0 / 10
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Enrollment 85
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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)

White 98.8%
Black 1.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1058 S COUNTY ROAD 460 E, Seymour, IN 47274

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Johns Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Emerson Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 7.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST AMBROSE CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 7.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cortland Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 7.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Seymour, see our Seymour schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.0 mi
School Distance Rating
LIBERTY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Seymour 4.8 mi 3.4
Brownstown Elementary School Brownstown 4.7 mi 5.2
LUTHERAN CENTRAL SCHOOL Brownstown 5.1 mi 6.8
Seymour-Jackson Elementary School Seymour 5.9 mi 3.2
Brownstown Central High School Brownstown 5.2 mi 7.0
Brownstown Central Middle School Brownstown 5.2 mi 5.8
Seymour Senior High School Seymour 6.7 mi 5.1
ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Seymour 6.4 mi
Emerson Elementary School Seymour 7.2 mi 8.6
Cortland Elementary School Seymour 7.6 mi 7.2
ST AMBROSE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Seymour 7.1 mi 7.3
Margaret R Brown Elementary School Seymour 7.4 mi 3.6
Seymour Middle School Seymour 8.1 mi 4.3
Seymour-Redding Elementary School Seymour 8.4 mi 4.7
Crothersville Jr-Sr High School Crothersville 7.8 mi 5.8
Crothersville Elementary School Crothersville 7.9 mi 3.4
TRINITY LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Seymour 9.2 mi 7.4
WHITE CREEK LUTHERAN SCHOOL Columbus 13.4 mi 6.9
Austin Elementary School Austin 11.9 mi 3.5
Austin High School Austin 12.0 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 47274 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,186

Median Home Value

$187,800

Median Rent

$956/mo

Population

32,786

College Educated

21.4%

Homeownership

67.3%

Avg Commute

21.5 min

Poverty Rate

11%

Median Age

37.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Johns Lutheran School

What grades does St Johns Lutheran School serve?

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

How many students attend St Johns Lutheran School?

St Johns Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 85 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at St Johns Lutheran School is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Johns Lutheran School rank in IN?

St Johns Lutheran School ranks #326 of 478 private schools in IN.

What is St Johns Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Johns Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Johns Lutheran School a private school?

Yes, St Johns 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 Johns Lutheran School a religious school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
85
Gender Split
61% M / 39% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
5
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
School Day
8 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Jackson County

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