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#373 of 462 private schools in MI

St Johns Lutheran School

Elementary School

210 S ALP ST, Bay City, MI 48706

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Michigan private schools

#373 of 462

In Bay City

#6 of 10

public schools

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About St Johns Lutheran School

St Johns Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Bay City, MI. St Johns Lutheran School serves approximately 70 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St Johns Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #373 of 462 private schools in MI.

How it compares0.9 pts below MI schools

5.2

This school 5.2 · Average
MI avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 70 students, St Johns 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 Johns 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 Johns Lutheran School compares to 16 public schools serving similar grades in Bay City, MI

Student-Teacher Ratio

15.2:1

This School

16.9:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

344

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.2

This School

5.4

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 38.6% vs 0%

White 31.4% vs 0%

Hispanic 4.3% vs 0%

St Johns Lutheran School Bay City Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
St Johns Lutheran School (this school)	—	70	15.2:1	5.2
Handy Middle School	0.4 mi	618	12.9:1	5.3
Kolb Elementary School	0.6 mi	454	13.8:1	6.6
Christa McAuliffe Middle School	1.3 mi	650	20.3:1	4.4
Bangor Township Virtual School	1.4 mi	156	2.1:1	7.7
State Street Academy	1.5 mi	259	11.8:1	4.8
ISDLocal Programs	1.7 mi	95	23.8:1	3.6
Bay City Academy Farragut Campus	1.7 mi	363	19.1:1	6.7
Bangor West Central School	1.8 mi	352	25.1:1	5.8
Mackensen Elementary School	1.8 mi	248	16.5:1	6.8
Washington Elementary School	2.1 mi	390	13.9:1	3.8
MacGregor Elementary School	2.3 mi	291	12.1:1	4.8
McAlearSawden Elem School	2.4 mi	359	15:1	5.4
Bangor Central School	2.9 mi	336	25.8:1	3.3
Hampton Elementary School	3.1 mi	415	16.6:1	5.7
Bangor Lincoln School	4.1 mi	337	22.5:1	4.6
North Central Academy Campus	108.0 mi	176	19.6:1	6.9

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+ 3.9 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 15.2:1

Instructional Commitment

C- 1.9 / 10

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School Day Length 6.8 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,094.8

Diversity & Inclusion

A+ 9.9 / 10

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Diversity Index 68%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

B- 4.7 / 10

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Enrollment 70

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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)

Black 38.6%

White 31.4%

Two or More 24.3%

Hispanic 4.3%

Native American 1.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

210 S ALP ST, Bay City, MI 48706

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Johns Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ALL SAINTS ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mackensen Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Kolb Elementary School (rated 6.6/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bay City, see our Bay City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Handy Middle School Bay City	0.4 mi	618	5.3
Kolb Elementary School Bay City	0.6 mi	454	6.6
ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bay City	1.2 mi	165	4.6
Christa McAuliffe Middle School Bay City	1.3 mi	650	4.4
Bangor Township Virtual School Bay City	1.4 mi	156	7.7
John Glenn High School Bay City	1.4 mi	893	6.7
State Street Academy Bay City	1.5 mi	259	4.8
Bangor West Central School Bay City	1.8 mi	352	5.8
ISDLocal Programs Bay City	1.7 mi	95	3.6
ALL SAINTS ELEMENTARY Bay City	1.6 mi	105	8.2
FAITH LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bay City	1.9 mi	176	6.4
Mackensen Elementary School Bay City	1.8 mi	248	6.8
ALL SAINTS CENTRAL MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL Bay City	1.7 mi	129	8.5
Bay City Academy Farragut Campus Bay City	1.7 mi	363	6.7
Bay City Adult EducationCTP Bay City	1.9 mi	60	4.6
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bay City	1.9 mi	82	5.7
MacGregor Elementary School Bay City	2.3 mi	291	4.8
Bay City Central High School Bay City	2.1 mi	989	6.4
TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bay City	2.7 mi	79	5.1
Washington Elementary School Bay City	2.1 mi	390	3.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48706 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,908

Median Home Value

$142,300

Median Rent

$887/mo

Population

38,756

College Educated

23.6%

Homeownership

77.3%

Avg Commute

21.8 min

Poverty Rate

13.9%

Median Age

44.8

Similar Schools

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

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GRANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Grant, MI	79	5.2
SS PETER & PAUL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ionia, MI	80	5.2
ST JOHN'S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Westland, MI	47	5.2
ST PETERS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Big Rapids, MI	60	5.2
Discovery Enrichment Center Benton Harbor, MI	86	5.3
MONTESSORI RADMOOR SCHOOL Okemos, MI	96	5.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Johns Lutheran School

What grades does St Johns Lutheran School serve?

St Johns Lutheran School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend St Johns Lutheran School?

St Johns Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 70 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Johns Lutheran School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Johns Lutheran School is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Johns Lutheran School rank in MI?

St Johns Lutheran School ranks #373 of 462 private schools in MI.

What is St Johns Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Johns Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Johns Lutheran School a private school?

Yes, St Johns 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 St Johns Lutheran School a religious school?

St Johns Lutheran School has a Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 75 Very Walkable
Bike Score: 45 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment: 70
Gender Split: 41% M / 59% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 15.2:1
Teachers (FTE): 5
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
School Day: 6.8 hours
Days Per Year: 161 days
Setting: Small City
County: Bay County
Phone: (989) 684-6442

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