Below Average
#442 of 462 private schools in MI
St Paul Lutheran School
Elementary School
718 ARBOR CT, South Haven, MI 49090
Enrollment
45
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
45
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Michigan private schools
#442 of 462
In South Haven
#2 of 2
public schools
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About St Paul Lutheran School
St Paul Lutheran School is a private elementary school in South Haven, MI. St Paul Lutheran School serves approximately 45 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. St Paul Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #442 of 462 private schools in MI.
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 45 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 5 public schools serving similar grades in South Haven, MI
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Paul Lutheran School (this school) | 4.0 |
| Lincoln School | 5.7 |
| Maple Grove Elementary School | 5.8 |
| WAY South Haven | — |
| Baseline Middle School | 5.4 |
| North Shore Elementary | 5.5 |
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
718 ARBOR CT, South Haven, MI 49090
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Paul Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST BASIL CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is North Elementary School (rated 6.0/10, 13.4 miles away, in nearby Watervliet), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Maple Grove Elementary School (rated 5.8/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in South Haven, see our South Haven schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| South Haven High School South Haven | 0.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Lincoln School South Haven | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| ST BASIL CATHOLIC SCHOOL South Haven | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Maple Grove Elementary School South Haven | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| WAY South Haven South Haven | 1.8 mi | — |
| Baseline Middle School South Haven | 2.1 mi | 5.4 |
| North Shore Elementary South Haven | 2.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Covert Elementary School Covert | 7.1 mi | 3.6 |
| Covert High School Covert | 7.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Covert Middle School Covert | 7.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Wood School Bangor Twp 8 Bangor | 7.1 mi | — |
| Glenn Public School Glenn | 9.1 mi | 4.0 |
| Bangor High School Bangor | 9.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Bangor Career Academy Bangor | 9.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Bangor Middle School Bangor | 9.5 mi | 4.6 |
| South Walnut Elementary School Bangor | 10.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Maple Creek Education Center Bangor | 10.0 mi | 4.7 |
| North Elementary School Watervliet | 13.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Pullman Elementary School Bloomingdale | 11.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Watervliet Middle School Watervliet | 14.1 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 49090 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,643
Median Home Value
$251,500
Median Rent
$914/mo
Population
13,562
College Educated
30.7%
Homeownership
78.1%
Avg Commute
20.7 min
Poverty Rate
15%
Median Age
52
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Glenn Public School Glenn, MI | 4.0 |
| ST THERESE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Wayland, MI | 4.0 |
| CROSS OF GLORY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Washington Township, MI | 3.9 |
| CROSS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Pigeon, MI | 4.4 |
| Pennsylvania Elementary School Muskegon, MI | 4.6 |
| Hillsdale Preparatory School Hillsdale, MI | 3.3 |
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 8th.
How many students attend St Paul Lutheran School?
St Paul Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 45 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Paul Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Paul Lutheran School is 15:1. 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 #442 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 4.0 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 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 Paul Lutheran School a religious school?
St Paul Lutheran School has a Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 45
- Gender Split
- 44% M / 56% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Van Buren County
- Phone
- (269) 637-4459
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