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#346 of 462 private schools in MI
Grace Lutheran School
Elementary School
404 E GLENLORD RD, Saint Joseph, MI 49085
Enrollment
144
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
144
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Michigan private schools
#346 of 462
In Saint Joseph
#4 of 4
public schools
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Grace Lutheran School
Elementary School in Saint Joseph · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Grace Lutheran School
Grace Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Saint Joseph, MI. Grace Lutheran School serves approximately 144 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Grace Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #346 of 462 private schools in MI.
- This school 5.5 · Average
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 144 students, Grace 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.
Grace 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 Grace Lutheran School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Saint Joseph, MI
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Grace Lutheran School (this school) | 5.5 |
| Clarke School | 5.5 |
| Lighthouse Education Center | 6.0 |
| Upton Middle School | 7.8 |
| Brown School | 7.0 |
| Lincoln School | 6.4 |
| Berrien County Juvenile Center | — |
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 MI.
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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 MI
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
404 E GLENLORD RD, Saint Joseph, MI 49085
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Grace Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BROOKVIEW MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Benton Harbor), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hollywood Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Stevensville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Roosevelt Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Stevensville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Saint Joseph, see our Saint Joseph schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Clarke School Saint Joseph | 0.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Lighthouse Education Center Saint Joseph | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| BROOKVIEW MONTESSORI SCHOOL Benton Harbor | 1.7 mi | 8.8 |
| Upton Middle School Saint Joseph | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Hollywood Elementary School Stevensville | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
| LAKE MICHIGAN CATH. ELEM. SCHOOL Saint Joseph | 2.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Fair Plain East Elementary Benton Harbor | 2.7 mi | 5.1 |
| CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Stevensville | 2.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Fair Plain Middle School Benton Harbor | 3.1 mi | 2.3 |
| Lakeshore Middle School Stevensville | 2.8 mi | 7.9 |
| River School Sodus | 2.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Lakeshore High School Stevensville | 3.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Roosevelt Elementary School Stevensville | 3.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Lincoln School Saint Joseph | 3.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Brown School Saint Joseph | 3.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Benton Harbor High School Benton Harbor | 4.2 mi | 5.7 |
| St Joseph High School Saint Joseph | 3.9 mi | 7.3 |
| RIVER OF LIFE SCHOOL Benton Harbor | 4.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Career and Alternative Pathways to Education Center Benton Harbor | 4.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Martin Luther King Jr Elementary Benton Harbor | 4.6 mi | 2.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 49085 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,763
Median Home Value
$287,300
Median Rent
$1,099/mo
Population
23,575
College Educated
48.6%
Homeownership
77.7%
Avg Commute
17.2 min
Poverty Rate
4.2%
Median Age
45.4
Similar Schools
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|---|---|
| ASSUMPTION BVM SCHOOL Belmont, MI | 5.5 |
| CHRIST THE KING LUTHERAN SCHOOL Unionville, MI | 5.5 |
| Harbor Beach Elementary School Harbor Beach, MI | 5.5 |
| North Pennfield Elementary Battle Creek, MI | 5.5 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL, MONITOR Bay City, MI | 5.5 |
| Webberville Elementary School Webberville, MI | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Grace Lutheran School
What grades does Grace Lutheran School serve?
Grace Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Grace Lutheran School?
Grace Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 144 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Grace Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at Grace Lutheran School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Grace Lutheran School rank in MI?
Grace Lutheran School ranks #346 of 462 private schools in MI.
What is Grace Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
Grace Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Grace Lutheran School a private school?
Yes, Grace 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 Grace Lutheran School a religious school?
Grace Lutheran School has a Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 144
- Gender Split
- 60% M / 40% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Berrien County
- Phone
- (269) 429-4951
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