Very Good
#111 of 478 private schools in IN
Top 23% of private schools
St Paul Lutheran School
Elementary School
818 FRANKLIN ST, Michigan City, IN 46360
Enrollment
81
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
81
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Indiana private schools
#111 of 478
In Michigan City
#4 of 5
public schools
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St Paul Lutheran School
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About St Paul Lutheran School
St Paul Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Michigan City, IN. St Paul Lutheran School serves approximately 81 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 8.1:1 student-teacher ratio. St Paul Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #111 of 478 private schools in IN.
Structured state assessment records for St Paul Lutheran School show 29% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- IN avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 81 students, St Paul 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 8.1:1 students to teachers, St Paul Lutheran School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Paul 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 Paul Lutheran School compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Michigan City, IN
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Paul Lutheran School (this school) | 7.7 |
| Marsh Elementary School | 6.5 |
| Lake Hills Elementary School | 3.4 |
| Knapp Elementary School | 8.1 |
| Edgewood Elementary School | 5.1 |
| Joy Elementary School | 6.5 |
| Barker Middle School | 4.9 |
| Martin T Krueger Middle School | 5.6 |
| Pine Elementary School | 6.8 |
| Coolspring Elementary School | 5.0 |
| Springfield Elementary School | 4.4 |
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
818 FRANKLIN ST, Michigan City, IN 46360
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Paul Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Brummitt Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 9.1 miles away, in nearby Chesterton), which scores notably higher. Another option is New Buffalo Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 8.7 miles away, in nearby New Buffalo), which scores notably higher. Additionally, QUEEN OF ALL SAINTS SCHOOL/DIOCESE (rated 8.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Michigan City, see our Michigan City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 46360 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,641
Median Home Value
$155,900
Median Rent
$924/mo
Population
43,997
College Educated
22.6%
Homeownership
68.3%
Avg Commute
22.7 min
Poverty Rate
17.3%
Median Age
40.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GRAY ROAD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Indianapolis, IN | 7.7 |
| New Middletown Elementary School New Middletown, IN | 7.7 |
| ST MARY SCHOOL Avilla, IN | 7.7 |
| INDIANA HORIZON ACADEMY Crown Point, IN | 7.8 |
| MARIA MONTESSORI INTERNATIONAL ACA Indianapolis, IN | 7.8 |
| SCHOOL FOR COMMUNITY LEARNING Indianapolis, IN | 7.8 |
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 Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St Paul Lutheran School?
St Paul Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 81 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Paul Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Paul Lutheran School is 8.1:1. 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 IN?
St Paul Lutheran School ranks #111 of 478 private schools in IN.
What is St Paul Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Paul Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Paul Lutheran School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, St Paul Lutheran School has 29% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).
Is St Paul Lutheran School a private school?
Yes, St Paul Lutheran School is a private coeducational school with a Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran 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 Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 81
- Gender Split
- 32% M / 68% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- LaPorte County
- Phone
- (219) 874-7409
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