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Good Shepherd Lutheran School
Elementary School
5496 LIPPINCOTT BLVD, Burton, MI 48519
Enrollment
21
Student-Teacher
7:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
21
Student-Teacher
7:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Good Shepherd Lutheran School
Elementary School in Burton · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Good Shepherd Lutheran School
Good Shepherd Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Burton, MI. Good Shepherd Lutheran School serves approximately 21 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 7:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 21 students, Good Shepherd 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 7:1 students to teachers, Good Shepherd Lutheran School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Good Shepherd 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 Good Shepherd Lutheran School compares to 11 public schools serving similar grades in Burton, MI
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Good Shepherd Lutheran School (this school) | — |
| Barhitte Elementary School | 4.5 |
| Bentley Middle School | 5.7 |
| Burton Glen Charter Academy | 3.6 |
| Atherton Jr Sr High School | 6.6 |
| Atherton Elementary School | 4.7 |
| Atherton Vern Van Y Educational Center | 4.0 |
| Weston Elementary School | 4.6 |
| Bendle Middle School | 4.9 |
| South Bendle Elementary School | 6.0 |
| West Bendle Elementary School | 4.2 |
| Gladys Dillon Elementary School | 5.2 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 21 students
- Type
- Private · Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Address
- 5496 LIPPINCOTT BLVD, Burton, MI 48519
- Phone
- (810) 742-1131
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in MI aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
5496 LIPPINCOTT BLVD, Burton, MI 48519
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Good Shepherd Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Gates Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Davison). Another option is HOLY ROSARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Flint). Additionally, Kate Dowdall Elementary School (rated 5.6/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Flint). For more schools in Burton, see our Burton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Barhitte Elementary School Burton | 0.3 mi | 4.5 |
| GENESEE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Burton | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Bentley Senior High School Burton | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Bentley High School BOLD Academy Burton | 1.3 mi | — |
| Bentley Middle School Burton | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Michigan International Prep School Elsie | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Madison Academy High School Burton | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Atherton Jr Sr High School Burton | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Atherton Elementary School Burton | 2.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Burton Glen Charter Academy Burton | 1.8 mi | 3.6 |
| FAITH BAPTIST SCHOOL Davison | 2.0 mi | 4.8 |
| CENTERPOINT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Burton | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Flex High Burton Burton | 2.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Atherton Vern Van Y Educational Center Burton | 2.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Gates Elementary School Davison | 2.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Accelerated Learning Academy Flint | 2.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Weston Elementary School Burton | 3.2 mi | 4.6 |
| HOLY ROSARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Flint | 3.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Kate Dowdall Elementary School Flint | 3.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Richfield Public School Academy Early Learning Center PK2 Flint | 3.5 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48519 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,625
Median Home Value
$157,800
Median Rent
$890/mo
Population
7,523
College Educated
16.4%
Homeownership
69%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
8.7%
Median Age
44.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Good Shepherd Lutheran School
What grades does Good Shepherd Lutheran School serve?
Good Shepherd Lutheran School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Good Shepherd Lutheran School?
Good Shepherd Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 21 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Good Shepherd Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at Good Shepherd Lutheran School is 7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Good Shepherd Lutheran School a private school?
Yes, Good Shepherd 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 Good Shepherd Lutheran School a religious school?
Good Shepherd 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
- 21
- Gender Split
- 38% M / 62% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Genesee County
- Phone
- (810) 742-1131
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