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#173 of 462 private schools in MI

Top 37% of private schools

Guardian Lutheran School

Elementary School

24544 CHERRY HILL ST, Dearborn, MI 48124

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

174

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

174

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Michigan private schools

#173 of 462

In Dearborn

#2 of 7

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About Guardian Lutheran School

Guardian Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Dearborn, MI. Guardian Lutheran School serves approximately 174 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Guardian Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #173 of 462 private schools in MI.

How it compares0.7 pts above MI schools

6.8

This school 6.8 · Average
MI avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 174 students, Guardian 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.

Guardian 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

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How Guardian Lutheran School compares to 33 public schools serving similar grades in Dearborn, MI

Student-Teacher Ratio

14.5:1

This School

15.2:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

174

This School

471

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.8

This School

6.3

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 80.5% vs 0%

Black 5.7% vs 0%

Hispanic 5.2% vs 0%

Asian 0.6% vs 0%

Guardian Lutheran School Dearborn Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Guardian Lutheran School (this school)	—	174	14.5:1	6.8
Bryant Middle School	0.2 mi	774	17.2:1	7.2
Haigh Elementary School	0.3 mi	543	16.5:1	8.4
Charles A Lindbergh Elementary School	0.4 mi	347	15.1:1	8.0
Howard Elementary School	0.9 mi	445	16.5:1	8.4
Duvall Elementary School	1.6 mi	220	13.8:1	7.9
Long Elementary School	1.7 mi	254	15.9:1	6.2
Smith Middle School	1.8 mi	486	12.8:1	7.0
Nowlin Elementary School	1.9 mi	241	12.1:1	6.8
West Village Academy	2.0 mi	263	17.5:1	3.5
WhitmoreBolles Elementary School	2.2 mi	323	10.8:1	5.7
The Dearborn Academy	2.8 mi	528	16:1	5.9
Snow Elementary School	3.2 mi	490	14.4:1	7.9
Dearborn Public Schools Virtual K12	3.3 mi	491	27.3:1	3.2
Stout Middle School	3.4 mi	712	14:1	7.0
Henry Ford Elementary School	3.9 mi	721	14.1:1	5.6
Woodworth Middle School	4.6 mi	730	15.9:1	5.7
William Ford Elementary School	4.7 mi	569	12.9:1	6.7
Geer Park Elementary School	4.7 mi	372	13.8:1	4.9
Maples Elementary School	4.8 mi	549	14.1:1	7.2
Oakman Elementary School	5.1 mi	265	13.9:1	7.3

Showing 20 of 33 schools. View all schools in Dearborn

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention

C+ 4.4 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 14.5:1

Instructional Commitment

A- 8.2 / 10

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School Day Length 7.1 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,278

Diversity & Inclusion

A- 8.1 / 10

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Diversity Index 34%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.4 / 10

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Enrollment 174

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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)

White 80.5%

Two or More 8.0%

Black 5.7%

Hispanic 5.2%

Asian 0.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

24544 CHERRY HILL ST, Dearborn, MI 48124

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Guardian Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Haigh Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Howard Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Charles A Lindbergh Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dearborn, see our Dearborn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Bryant Middle School Dearborn	0.2 mi	774	7.2
Haigh Elementary School Dearborn	0.3 mi	543	8.4
Charles A Lindbergh Elementary School Dearborn	0.4 mi	347	8.0
DIVINE CHILD HIGH SCHOOL Dearborn	0.5 mi	802	6.6
DIVINE CHILD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dearborn	0.6 mi	568	5.7
WISE ACADEMY Dearborn Heights	0.8 mi	217	7.8
Howard Elementary School Dearborn	0.9 mi	445	8.4
Dearborn High School Dearborn	0.9 mi	1,882	7.4
Crestwood High School Dearborn Heights	1.0 mi	1,284	7.4
Star International Academy Dearborn Heights	1.4 mi	1,643	5.6
Daly School Inkster	1.3 mi	156	3.0
Westwood Virtual Academy Inkster	1.3 mi	170	5.7
Westwood North Academy Inkster	1.3 mi	49	6.2
Kinloch Elementary School Dearborn Heights	1.2 mi	533	6.4
ST ANSELM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dearborn Heights	1.4 mi	131	7.9
DEARBORN HEIGHTS MONTESSORI CENTER Dearborn Heights	1.2 mi	62	7.6
ST LINUS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Dearborn Heights	1.6 mi	146	6.6
Long Elementary School Dearborn	1.7 mi	254	6.2
Highview Elementary School Dearborn Heights	1.7 mi	382	6.0
EMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Dearborn	1.3 mi	18	—

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48124 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$78,353

Median Home Value

$192,100

Median Rent

$1,280/mo

Population

34,156

College Educated

40.3%

Homeownership

80.1%

Avg Commute

22.1 min

Poverty Rate

8.7%

Median Age

38.9

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

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ANN ARBOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ann Arbor, MI	186	6.8
Anderson Elementary School Grand Blanc, MI	216	6.8
Bad Axe Middle School Bad Axe, MI	220	6.8
Farley Hill Elementary School Pinckney, MI	243	6.8
Nowlin Elementary School Dearborn, MI	241	6.8
ST ANTHONY OF PADUA Grand Rapids, MI	227	6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Guardian Lutheran School

What grades does Guardian Lutheran School serve?

Guardian Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Guardian Lutheran School?

Guardian Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 174 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Guardian Lutheran School?

The student-teacher ratio at Guardian Lutheran School is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Guardian Lutheran School rank in MI?

Guardian Lutheran School ranks #173 of 462 private schools in MI.

What is Guardian Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?

Guardian Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Guardian Lutheran School a private school?

Yes, Guardian 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 Guardian Lutheran School a religious school?

Guardian Lutheran School has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 57 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score: 41 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 174
Gender Split: 48% M / 52% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 14.5:1
Teachers (FTE): 12
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
School Day: 7.1 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Midsize City
County: Wayne County
Phone: (313) 274-3665

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