Below Average
#128 of 142 private schools in KS
Bethany Lutheran School
Elementary School
9101 LAMAR AVE, Overland Park, KS 66207
Enrollment
171
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
171
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Kansas private schools
#128 of 142
In Overland Park
#10 of 12
public schools
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Bethany Lutheran School
Elementary School in Overland Park · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Bethany Lutheran School
Bethany Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Overland Park, KS. Bethany Lutheran School serves approximately 171 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Bethany Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #128 of 142 private schools in KS.
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- KS avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
At 171 students, Bethany 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.
Bethany 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 Bethany Lutheran School compares to 38 public schools serving similar grades in Overland Park, KS
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bethany Lutheran School (this school) | 4.5 |
| John Diemer Elem | 8.1 |
| Indian Woods Middle | 7.3 |
| Trailwood Elem | 8.9 |
| Brookridge Elem | 7.2 |
| Overland Park Elem | 6.4 |
| Tomahawk Elem | 8.0 |
| Pawnee Elem | 6.1 |
| Comanche Elem | 6.5 |
| East Antioch Elem | 5.4 |
| Santa Fe Trail Elem | 8.8 |
| Apache Elem | 4.8 |
| Westridge Middle | 5.0 |
| Oak Park-Carpenter Elementary | 8.7 |
| Indian Valley Elementary | 8.6 |
| Valley Park Elementary | 8.6 |
| Oak Hill Elementary | 8.4 |
| Heartland Elementary | 9.1 |
| Oxford Middle | 7.9 |
| Overland Trail Elementary | 8.4 |
| Overland Trail Middle | 7.9 |
Showing 20 of 38 schools. View all schools in Overland Park
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 KS.
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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 KS
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
9101 LAMAR AVE, Overland Park, KS 66207
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bethany Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Trailwood Elem (rated 8.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Santa Fe Trail Elem (rated 8.8/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Overland Park, see our Overland Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| John Diemer Elem Overland Park | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Indian Woods Middle Overland Park | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Trailwood Elem Overland Park | 0.9 mi | 8.9 |
| Briarwood Elem Prairie Village | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| HOLY CROSS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Overland Park | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Tomahawk Elem Overland Park | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Brookridge Elem Overland Park | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Shawnee Mission South High Overland Park | 1.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Overland Park Elem Overland Park | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| ACCELERATED SCHOOLS OF OVERLAND PARK Overland Park | 2.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Corinth Elem Prairie Village | 1.8 mi | 8.3 |
| OVERLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Overland Park | 2.3 mi | 3.6 |
| Shawnee Mission West High Overland Park | 1.9 mi | 3.9 |
| MONARCH MONTESSORI SCHOOL Overland Park | 2.3 mi | — |
| Santa Fe Trail Elem Overland Park | 2.5 mi | 8.8 |
| Pawnee Elem Overland Park | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| HIGHLAWN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Prairie Village | 2.1 mi | 7.0 |
| JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC SCHOOL Overland Park | 2.6 mi | 8.8 |
| East Antioch Elem Overland Park | 2.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Shawnee Mission East High Prairie Village | 2.4 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 66207 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$121,381
Median Home Value
$400,600
Median Rent
$1,880/mo
Population
15,149
College Educated
69.6%
Homeownership
79.1%
Avg Commute
19.2 min
Poverty Rate
3.6%
Median Age
42.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Elkhart Elem Elkhart, KS | 4.5 |
| Scott City Lower Elem Scott City, KS | 4.5 |
| Service Valley Charter Academy Oswego, KS | 4.5 |
| Roosevelt Elem Arkansas City, KS | 4.4 |
| ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mcpherson, KS | 4.4 |
| Spring Grove Primary Center Galena, KS | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bethany Lutheran School
What grades does Bethany Lutheran School serve?
Bethany Lutheran School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Bethany Lutheran School?
Bethany Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 171 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bethany Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at Bethany Lutheran School is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Bethany Lutheran School rank in KS?
Bethany Lutheran School ranks #128 of 142 private schools in KS.
What is Bethany Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
Bethany Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Bethany Lutheran School a private school?
Yes, Bethany 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 Bethany Lutheran School a religious school?
Bethany Lutheran School has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 171
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 160 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Johnson County
- Phone
- (913) 648-2228
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