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#389 of 462 private schools in MI

St Paul Lutheran School

Elementary School

90 MILLVILLE RD, Lapeer, MI 48446

Private

Enrollment

66

Student-Teacher

10.2:1

Score

5.1

Grades

Pre-K – 7th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#389 of 462

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St Paul Lutheran School

5.1/10

Elementary School in Lapeer · grades Pre-K – 7th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Center for Innovation

6.5/10

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7.6/10

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About St Paul Lutheran School

St Paul Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Lapeer, MI. St Paul Lutheran School serves approximately 66 students, and covers grades Pre-K-7th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St Paul Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #389 of 462 private schools in MI.

How it compares1.0 pts below MI schools
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • MI avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 66 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

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

Student-Teacher Ratio
10.2:1
This School
vs
19:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
66
This School
vs
433
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.1
This School
vs
6.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 98.5% vs 0%
Black 1.5% vs 0%
St Paul Lutheran School Lapeer Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St Paul Lutheran School (this school) 5.1
Center for Innovation 6.5
Chatfield School 7.6
Rolland Warner Campus 67 5.3
CK Schickler Elementary School 7.6
Turrill Elementary School 6.7
Elva Lynch Elementary School 5.9

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
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A- 7.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.5 / 10
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School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,170
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C 2.8 / 10
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Diversity Index 3%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.4 / 10
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Enrollment 66
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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 98.5%
Black 1.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

90 MILLVILLE RD, Lapeer, MI 48446

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Paul Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chatfield School (rated 7.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CK Schickler Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Emma Murphy Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Metamora), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lapeer, see our Lapeer schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Center for Innovation Lapeer 0.2 mi 6.5
Chatfield School Lapeer 0.4 mi 7.6
STRIVE Transition Program Lapeer 0.4 mi
Rolland Warner Campus 67 Lapeer 0.4 mi 5.3
Zemmer Campus 89 Lapeer 0.5 mi 4.7
CK Schickler Elementary School Lapeer 0.7 mi 7.6
Thumb Correctional Facility Lapeer 1.2 mi
Turrill Elementary School Lapeer 1.4 mi 6.7
Lapeer High School Lapeer 2.2 mi 6.3
Elva Lynch Elementary School Lapeer 4.0 mi 5.9
Emma Murphy Elementary School Metamora 6.7 mi 7.6
Columbiaville Elementary School Otisville 7.9 mi 4.4
Davison Alternative Education Davison 8.3 mi 4.9
Davison High School Davison 8.3 mi 6.7
Thomson Elementary School Davison 8.5 mi 7.0
LakeVille High School Otisville 10.0 mi 6.2
LakeVille Middle School Otisville 10.1 mi 3.5
Lapeer Co Education and Technology Center Attica 8.9 mi 4.8
Central Elementary School Davison 9.1 mi 6.4
Hahn Intermediate School Davison 9.3 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48446 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$66,382

Median Home Value

$206,300

Median Rent

$976/mo

Population

30,807

College Educated

19.7%

Homeownership

79.4%

Avg Commute

29 min

Poverty Rate

11.9%

Median Age

42.8

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Gros Cap School Saint Ignace, MI 5.0
GRANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Grant, MI 5.2
SS PETER & PAUL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ionia, MI 5.2
ST JOHN'S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Westland, MI 5.2

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 66 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at St Paul Lutheran School is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Paul Lutheran School rank in MI?

St Paul Lutheran School ranks #389 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 5.1 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
8 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Enrollment
66
Gender Split
52% M / 48% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
7
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Lapeer County

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