Average
#140 of 253 private schools in LA
St John Lutheran School
Elementary School
3937 CANAL ST, New Orleans, LA 70119
Enrollment
117
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
117
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Louisiana private schools
#140 of 253
In New Orleans
#23 of 35
public schools
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St John Lutheran School
Elementary School in New Orleans · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St John Lutheran School
St John Lutheran School is a private elementary school in New Orleans, LA. St John Lutheran School serves approximately 117 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. St John Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #140 of 253 private schools in LA.
Structured state assessment records for St John Lutheran School show 29% math proficiency (2025 LEAP) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 LEAP).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- LA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 117 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 55 public schools serving similar grades in New Orleans, LA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St John Lutheran School (this school) | 6.2 |
| Esperanza Charter School | 7.3 |
| Morris Jeff Community School | 5.2 |
| Success @ Thurgood Marshall | 4.3 |
| Phillis Wheatley Community School | 4.2 |
| Bricolage Academy | 5.6 |
| Langston Hughes Charter Academy | 4.8 |
| Lafayette Academy Charter School | 6.5 |
| Travis Hill School | 3.7 |
| Foundation Preparatory Academy | 8.4 |
| Homer Plessy Community School | 9.1 |
| Wilson Charter School | 4.5 |
| KIPP Believe | 4.0 |
| Edward Hynes Charter School - Lakeview | 9.2 |
| Lycee Francais de la Nouvelle-Orleans | 4.7 |
| Eleanor McMain Secondary School | 4.2 |
| KIPP Central City | 3.4 |
| Noble Minds | 1.9 |
| The NET Charter High School | 4.2 |
| Young Audiences at Crocker Elementary | 7.5 |
| KIPP Leadership | 3.6 |
Showing 20 of 55 schools. View all schools in New Orleans
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 LA.
Data Unavailable
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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 LA
Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)
Based on 8 test records from LA state assessments. About our data
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
3937 CANAL ST, New Orleans, LA 70119
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St John Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Metairie Academy for Advanced Studies (rated 9.5/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Metairie), which scores notably higher. Another option is Foundation Preparatory Academy (rated 8.4/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Esperanza Charter School (rated 7.3/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New Orleans, see our New Orleans schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 70119 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,854
Median Home Value
$359,300
Median Rent
$1,298/mo
Population
36,167
College Educated
47.2%
Homeownership
38.3%
Avg Commute
20.8 min
Poverty Rate
24.5%
Median Age
38.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CONCORDIA LUTHERAN SCHOOL Marrero, LA | 6.2 |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Baton Rouge, LA | 6.2 |
| ST JOAN OF ARC ROMAN CATHOLIC SCHOOL New Orleans, LA | 6.2 |
| ST MATTHEW'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Houma, LA | 6.2 |
| TEMPLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Jena, LA | 6.1 |
| North Webster Lower Elementary School Shongaloo, LA | 6.0 |
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 117 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St John Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at St John Lutheran School is 10.6:1. 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 LA?
St John Lutheran School ranks #140 of 253 private schools in LA.
What is St John Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
St John Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 29% math proficiency (2025 LEAP) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 LEAP).
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
- 117
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 6.6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Orleans Parish
- Phone
- (504) 488-6641
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