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#187 of 462 private schools in MI

Top 40% of private schools

St John's Lutheran School

Elementary School

505 E CARPENTER ST, Midland, MI 48640

Private

Enrollment

67

Student-Teacher

11.2:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Michigan private schools

#187 of 462

In Midland

#2 of 3

public schools

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St John's Lutheran School

6.7/10

Elementary School in Midland · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Central Park Elementary School

8.4/10

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Nearby

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About St John's Lutheran School

St John's Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Midland, MI. St John's Lutheran School serves approximately 67 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St John's Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #187 of 462 private schools in MI.

How it compares0.6 pts above MI schools
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • MI avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 67 students, St John's 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's 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 St John's Lutheran School compares to 15 public schools serving similar grades in Midland, MI

Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
This School
vs
14.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
67
This School
vs
421
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.7
This School
vs
7.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 86.6% vs 0%
Black 7.5% vs 0%
Hispanic 4.5% vs 0%
Asian 1.5% vs 0%
St John's Lutheran School Midland Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St John's Lutheran School (this school) 6.7
Central Park Elementary School 8.4
PrePrimary Center at Carpenter Street School 8.6
MCESA and Sugnet School Classroom Programs 5.9
Plymouth Elementary School 7.2
Northeast Middle School 7.1
Chestnut Hill Elementary School 5.9
Adams Elementary School 7.1
Jefferson Middle School 7.7
Siebert Elementary School 7.4
Bullock Creek Elementary School 6.9
Woodcrest Elementary School 7.4
Juvenile Justice Center
Pine River Elementary School 7.9
Bullock Creek Middle School 7.5
Floyd School 7.8

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
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B+ 7.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 7.2 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 7.2 / 10
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Diversity Index 24%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.5 / 10
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Enrollment 67
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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 86.6%
Black 7.5%
Hispanic 4.5%
Asian 1.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

505 E CARPENTER ST, Midland, MI 48640

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St John's Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PrePrimary Center at Carpenter Street School (rated 8.6/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Central Park Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Pine River Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Midland, see our Midland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Central Park Elementary School Midland 0.2 mi 8.4
Post Secondary Transition Program Midland 0.3 mi
PrePrimary Center at Carpenter Street School Midland 0.5 mi 8.6
ST BRIGID CATHOLIC SCHOOL Midland 0.5 mi 7.6
MCESA and Sugnet School Classroom Programs Midland 1.2 mi 5.9
Midland High School Midland 1.1 mi 7.5
Plymouth Elementary School Midland 1.6 mi 7.2
Northeast Middle School Midland 1.6 mi 7.1
GOOD SHEPHERD EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Midland 1.9 mi 5.3
Jefferson Middle School Midland 2.3 mi 7.7
Siebert Elementary School Midland 2.3 mi 7.4
Adams Elementary School Midland 2.2 mi 7.1
MIDLAND MONTESSORI SCHOOL INC. Midland 2.4 mi
Bullock Creek Elementary School Midland 2.5 mi 6.9
Woodcrest Elementary School Midland 2.5 mi 7.4
Chestnut Hill Elementary School Midland 2.2 mi 5.9
HH Dow High School Midland 2.6 mi 8.3
Windover High School Midland 2.5 mi 5.4
Juvenile Justice Center Midland 2.7 mi
Pine River Elementary School Midland 3.3 mi 7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48640 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,630

Median Home Value

$191,000

Median Rent

$928/mo

Population

32,630

College Educated

38.1%

Homeownership

75.7%

Avg Commute

24.5 min

Poverty Rate

12.6%

Median Age

40.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St John's Lutheran School

What grades does St John's Lutheran School serve?

St John's Lutheran School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend St John's Lutheran School?

St John's Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 67 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St John's Lutheran School?

The student-teacher ratio at St John's Lutheran School is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St John's Lutheran School rank in MI?

St John's Lutheran School ranks #187 of 462 private schools in MI.

What is St John's Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?

St John's Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St John's Lutheran School a private school?

Yes, St John's 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's Lutheran School a religious school?

St John's Lutheran School has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
70 Very Walkable
Bike Score
77 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
67
Gender Split
45% M / 55% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
6
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Small City
County
Midland County

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