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#202 of 462 private schools in MI

Top 44% of private schools

St Paul Lutheran School

Elementary School

508 S WILLIAMS ST, Royal Oak, MI 48067

Private

Enrollment

52

Student-Teacher

7.4:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Michigan private schools

#202 of 462

In Royal Oak

#3 of 5

public schools

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St Paul Lutheran School

6.6/10

Elementary School in Royal Oak · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About St Paul Lutheran School

St Paul Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Royal Oak, MI. St Paul Lutheran School serves approximately 52 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 7.4:1 student-teacher ratio. St Paul Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #202 of 462 private schools in MI.

How it compares0.5 pts above MI schools
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • MI avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 52 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.

At 7.4:1 students to teachers, St Paul Lutheran School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

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

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How St Paul Lutheran School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Royal Oak, MI

Student-Teacher Ratio
7.4:1
This School
vs
14.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
52
This School
vs
379
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.6
This School
vs
7.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 71.2% vs 0%
Black 19.2% vs 0%
Asian 7.7% vs 0%
Hispanic 1.9% vs 0%
St Paul Lutheran School Royal Oak Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St Paul Lutheran School (this school) 6.6
Oakland Elementary School 6.6
Keller Elementary 6.4
Northwood Elementary School 8.8
Addams Elementary and ECC 6.7
Oak Ridge Elementary School 6.8
Alfred E Upton Elementary School 6.4

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)
A 9.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C- 2.0 / 10
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School Day Length 6.1 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,098
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 8.9 / 10
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Diversity Index 45%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C 3.3 / 10
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Enrollment 52
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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 71.2%
Black 19.2%
Asian 7.7%
Hispanic 1.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

508 S WILLIAMS ST, Royal Oak, MI 48067

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Paul Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Northwood Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Burton Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Huntington Woods), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lessenger Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Madison Heights), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Royal Oak, see our Royal Oak schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
ST MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Royal Oak 0.3 mi 6.3
Royal Oak Middle School Royal Oak 0.7 mi 6.3
Ferndale Lower Elementary Campus Ferndale 1.3 mi 2.9
University High School Ferndale 1.3 mi 5.2
Northwood Elementary School Royal Oak 1.5 mi 8.8
Keller Elementary Royal Oak 1.4 mi 6.4
Ferndale Upper Elementary Campus Oak Park 1.4 mi 3.5
Edison Ferndale 1.5 mi 5.0
Oakland Elementary School Royal Oak 1.4 mi 6.6
Churchill Community Ed Center Royal Oak 2.0 mi 6.9
Keys Grace Academy Madison Heights 1.6 mi 4.9
Burton Elementary School Huntington Woods 1.6 mi 8.8
FERNDALE MONTESSORI CENTER Ferndale 2.2 mi
SHRINE CATHOLIC GRADE SCHOOL Royal Oak 1.8 mi 5.4
Webb Elementary School Ferndale 1.9 mi 4.7
Oak Ridge Elementary School Royal Oak 2.3 mi 6.8
Lessenger Elementary School Madison Heights 2.1 mi 7.5
Ferndale Middle School Ferndale 2.3 mi 4.8
Ferndale High School Ferndale 2.3 mi 7.4
Jardon Vocational School Ferndale 2.0 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48067 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$107,355

Median Home Value

$309,200

Median Rent

$1,435/mo

Population

24,496

College Educated

67.1%

Homeownership

67.5%

Avg Commute

25.5 min

Poverty Rate

5.9%

Median Age

35.6

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Stevensville, MI 6.6
DIVINE PROVIDENCE ACADEMY AT ST. JOSEPH Conklin, MI 6.6
ISJ ACADEMY PK-8 Grand Rapids, MI 6.6
Lessenger Early Childhood Center Oak Park, MI 6.5
ST MARY SCHOOL Paw Paw, MI 6.5
ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Harbor Beach, MI 6.5

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 5th.

How many students attend St Paul Lutheran School?

St Paul Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 52 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at St Paul Lutheran School is 7.4:1. 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 #202 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 6.6 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
98 Walker's Paradise
Bike Score
75 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
52
Gender Split
44% M / 56% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
7
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
School Day
6.1 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Oakland County

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