Very Good
#83 of 478 private schools in IN
Top 17% of private schools
St Paul's Lutheran School
Elementary School
8601 HARRISON AVE, Munster, IN 46321
Enrollment
147
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
147
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Indiana private schools
#83 of 478
In Munster
#1 of 2
public schools
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St Paul's Lutheran School
Elementary School in Munster · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Paul's Lutheran School
St Paul's Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Munster, IN. St Paul's Lutheran School serves approximately 147 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St Paul's Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #83 of 478 private schools in IN.
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- IN avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 147 students, St Paul's 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 Paul's 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's Lutheran School compares to the 5 public schools in Munster, IN
Student Demographics
All Schools in Munster
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Paul's Lutheran School (this school) | 7.9 |
| Munster High School | 8.6 |
| Wilbur Wright Middle School | 7.3 |
| James B Eads Elementary School | 8.9 |
| Ernest R Elliott Elementary School | 8.5 |
| Frank H Hammond Elementary School | 8.6 |
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
8601 HARRISON AVE, Munster, IN 46321
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Paul's Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. James B Eads Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Frank H Hammond Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Ernest R Elliott Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Munster, see our Munster schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST THOMAS MORE SCHOOL Munster | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| James B Eads Elementary School Munster | 0.7 mi | 8.9 |
| Munster High School Munster | 0.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Wilbur Wright Middle School Munster | 0.6 mi | 7.3 |
| LANSING CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lansing | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Coolidge Elementary School Lansing | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Frank H Hammond Elementary School Munster | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Nathan Hale Elem School Lansing | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Ernest R Elliott Elementary School Munster | 1.2 mi | 8.5 |
| Thornton Fractnl So High School Lansing | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Lester Crawl Primary Ctr Lansing | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Heritage Middle School Lansing | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Thomas A Edison Elementary School Hammond | 1.9 mi | 3.2 |
| Frank O'Bannon Elementary School Hammond | 1.9 mi | 3.0 |
| ST JOHN BOSCO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hammond | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Reavis Elem School Lansing | 2.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Memorial Jr High School Lansing | 1.8 mi | 5.0 |
| EAGLE ACADEMY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lansing | 2.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Schrum Memorial School Calumet City | 2.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Kenwood Elementary School Hammond | 2.7 mi | 3.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 46321 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$105,764
Median Home Value
$312,000
Median Rent
$1,480/mo
Population
23,733
College Educated
48.1%
Homeownership
86.1%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
7.3%
Median Age
45.3
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|---|---|
| LAKEVIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Marion, IN | 7.9 |
| QUEEN OF PEACE SCHOOL Mishawaka, IN | 7.9 |
| ST BERNARD SCHOOL/DIOCESE Rockport, IN | 7.9 |
| ST CHRISTOPHER SCHOOL Indianapolis, IN | 7.9 |
| ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Plymouth, IN | 7.9 |
| WASHINGTON CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY Washington, IN | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Paul's Lutheran School
What grades does St Paul's Lutheran School serve?
St Paul's Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Paul's Lutheran School?
St Paul's Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 147 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Paul's Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Paul's Lutheran School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Paul's Lutheran School rank in IN?
St Paul's Lutheran School ranks #83 of 478 private schools in IN.
What is St Paul's Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Paul's Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Paul's Lutheran School a private school?
Yes, St Paul's 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 Paul's Lutheran School a religious school?
St Paul's 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
- 147
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lake County
- Phone
- (219) 836-6270
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