Below Average
#409 of 462 private schools in MI
St Paul Lutheran School
Elementary School
6094 WESTSIDE SAGINAW RD, Bay City, MI 48706
Enrollment
85
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Enrollment
85
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Michigan private schools
#409 of 462
In Bay City
#8 of 10
public schools
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St Paul Lutheran School
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About St Paul Lutheran School
St Paul Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Bay City, MI. St Paul Lutheran School serves approximately 85 students, and covers grades Pre-K-7th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. St Paul Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #409 of 462 private schools in MI.
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 85 students, St Paul 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 Paul 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 St Paul Lutheran School compares to 16 public schools serving similar grades in Bay City, MI
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Paul Lutheran School (this school) | 4.8 |
| Mackensen Elementary School | 6.8 |
| Kolb Elementary School | 6.6 |
| McAlearSawden Elem School | 5.4 |
| MacGregor Elementary School | 4.8 |
| Handy Middle School | 5.3 |
| Bay City Academy Farragut Campus | 6.7 |
| ISDLocal Programs | 3.6 |
| Christa McAuliffe Middle School | 4.4 |
| Washington Elementary School | 3.8 |
| Bangor Township Virtual School | 7.7 |
| Bangor West Central School | 5.8 |
| State Street Academy | 4.8 |
| Hampton Elementary School | 5.7 |
| Bangor Central School | 3.3 |
| Bangor Lincoln School | 4.6 |
| North Central Academy Campus | 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
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
6094 WESTSIDE SAGINAW RD, Bay City, MI 48706
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Paul Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ALL SAINTS ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mackensen Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Kolb Elementary School (rated 6.6/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bay City, see our Bay City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mackensen Elementary School Bay City | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bay City | 2.1 mi | 4.6 |
| McAlearSawden Elem School Bay City | 2.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Great Lakes Bay Early College Saginaw | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Kolb Elementary School Bay City | 2.6 mi | 6.6 |
| ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bay City | 3.0 mi | 5.2 |
| TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bay City | 2.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Handy Middle School Bay City | 3.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Bay City Adult EducationCTP Bay City | 3.8 mi | 4.6 |
| MacGregor Elementary School Bay City | 2.8 mi | 4.8 |
| ISDLocal Programs Bay City | 3.9 mi | 3.6 |
| John Glenn High School Bay City | 3.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Christa McAuliffe Middle School Bay City | 3.9 mi | 4.4 |
| ALL SAINTS ELEMENTARY Bay City | 3.3 mi | 8.2 |
| FAITH LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bay City | 4.3 mi | 6.4 |
| ALL SAINTS CENTRAL MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL Bay City | 3.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Bangor West Central School Bay City | 4.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Bangor Township Virtual School Bay City | 4.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Bay City Academy Farragut Campus Bay City | 3.7 mi | 6.7 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bay City | 3.8 mi | 5.7 |
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
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ST JOHN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Rogers City, MI | 4.8 |
| ST PETER S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Richmond, MI | 4.8 |
| ST MARY SCHOOL Charlevoix, MI | 4.7 |
| Wolverine Elementary School Wolverine, MI | 4.9 |
| BETHEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bay City, MI | 4.6 |
| Gros Cap School Saint Ignace, MI | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Paul Lutheran School
What grades does St Paul Lutheran School serve?
St Paul Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 7th.
How many students attend St Paul Lutheran School?
St Paul Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 85 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Paul Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Paul Lutheran School is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Paul Lutheran School rank in MI?
St Paul Lutheran School ranks #409 of 462 private schools in MI.
What is St Paul Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Paul Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Paul Lutheran School a private school?
Yes, St Paul 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 Paul Lutheran School a religious school?
St Paul Lutheran School has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 7th
- Enrollment
- 85
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Bay County
- Phone
- (989) 684-4450
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