Very Good
#67 of 462 private schools in MI
Top 14% of private schools
Michigan Lutheran Seminary
High School
2777 HARDIN ST, Saginaw, MI 48602
Enrollment
182
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
7.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
182
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
7.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Michigan private schools
#67 of 462
In Saginaw
#2 of 12
public schools
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About Michigan Lutheran Seminary
Michigan Lutheran Seminary is a private high school in Saginaw, MI. Michigan Lutheran Seminary serves approximately 182 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Michigan Lutheran Seminary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #67 of 462 private schools in MI.
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- MI avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 182 students, Michigan Lutheran Seminary 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 8.8:1 students to teachers, Michigan Lutheran Seminary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Michigan Lutheran Seminary 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 Michigan Lutheran Seminary compares to 17 public schools serving similar grades in Saginaw, MI
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Michigan Lutheran Seminary (this school) | 7.7 |
| Arthur Hill High School | 5.4 |
| Career Opportunities Center | — |
| Mackinaw High School | 5.3 |
| Saginaw Arts and Sciences Academy | 8.9 |
| Saginaw Covenant Academy | 2.8 |
| Francis Reh PSA | 4.1 |
| The Success Academy | 4.7 |
| Saginaw ISD Transitions Center | 3.7 |
| Heritage High School | 6.7 |
| Saginaw High School | 5.8 |
| Carrollton High School | 7.1 |
| Michael J McGivney | — |
| Saginaw County Juvenile Center | — |
| Swan Valley High School | 6.9 |
| Swan Valley Adult and Alternative Education | — |
| MG Millet Learning Center | 8.1 |
| Great Lakes Bay Early College | 7.1 |
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
2777 HARDIN ST, Saginaw, MI 48602
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Michigan Lutheran Seminary may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Saginaw Arts and Sciences Academy (rated 8.9/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Arthur Hill High School (rated 5.4/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Mackinaw High School (rated 5.3/10, 1.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Saginaw, see our Saginaw schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST PAUL'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Saginaw | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Thompson Middle School Saginaw | 0.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Herig School Saginaw | 0.6 mi | 3.0 |
| Kempton Elementary School Saginaw | 0.8 mi | 2.4 |
| Arthur Hill High School Saginaw | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| HOLY CROSS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Saginaw | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| THE NEW MILLENNIUM ACADEMY Saginaw | 0.8 mi | — |
| Chester F Miller School Saginaw | 0.9 mi | 2.7 |
| Handley School Saginaw | 0.9 mi | 8.9 |
| GETHSEMANE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Saginaw | 1.2 mi | — |
| Career Opportunities Center Saginaw | 1.3 mi | — |
| Mackinaw High School Saginaw | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Stone School Saginaw | 1.2 mi | 3.4 |
| Hemmeter Elementary School Saginaw | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Sherwood Elementary School Saginaw | 1.8 mi | 9.0 |
| BETHLEHEM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Saginaw | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Merrill Park Elementary School Saginaw | 2.1 mi | 3.6 |
| Jessie Rouse School Saginaw | 2.0 mi | 2.6 |
| ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Saginaw | 1.6 mi | — |
| Saginaw Arts and Sciences Academy Saginaw | 1.7 mi | 8.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48602 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,068
Median Home Value
$70,200
Median Rent
$902/mo
Population
27,490
College Educated
15%
Homeownership
62.3%
Avg Commute
19.6 min
Poverty Rate
28.6%
Median Age
35.4
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bellaire MiddleHigh School Bellaire, MI | 7.7 |
| Covert High School Covert, MI | 7.7 |
| Eastpointe Virtual Academy Eastpointe, MI | 7.7 |
| Marcellus High School Marcellus, MI | 7.7 |
| Grand Rapids Montessori MiddleHigh Grand Rapids, MI | 7.8 |
| Dansville High School Dansville, MI | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Michigan Lutheran Seminary
What grades does Michigan Lutheran Seminary serve?
Michigan Lutheran Seminary serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Michigan Lutheran Seminary?
Michigan Lutheran Seminary has an enrollment of approximately 182 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Michigan Lutheran Seminary?
The student-teacher ratio at Michigan Lutheran Seminary is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Michigan Lutheran Seminary rank in MI?
Michigan Lutheran Seminary ranks #67 of 462 private schools in MI.
What is Michigan Lutheran Seminary's MySchoolScout rating?
Michigan Lutheran Seminary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Michigan Lutheran Seminary a private school?
Yes, Michigan Lutheran Seminary 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 Michigan Lutheran Seminary a religious school?
Michigan Lutheran Seminary has a Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 182
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 173 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Saginaw County
- Phone
- (989) 793-1010
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