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#378 of 462 private schools in MI
St Peters Lutheran School
Elementary School
408 W BELLEVUE ST, Big Rapids, MI 49307
Enrollment
60
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
60
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Michigan private schools
#378 of 462
In Big Rapids
#2 of 2
public schools
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St Peters Lutheran School
Elementary School in Big Rapids · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Peters Lutheran School
St Peters Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Big Rapids, MI. St Peters Lutheran School serves approximately 60 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. St Peters Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #378 of 462 private schools in MI.
- This school 5.2 · Average
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 60 students, St Peters 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 Peters 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 Peters Lutheran School compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Big Rapids, MI
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Peters Lutheran School (this school) | 5.2 |
| Crossroads Charter Academy K5 | 4.4 |
| Crossroads Charter Academy 612 | 7.5 |
| Big Rapids Middle School | 5.6 |
| Brookside Elementary School | 5.5 |
| Riverview Elementary School | 8.5 |
| MecostaOsceola Education Center | 7.5 |
| Big Rapids Virtual School | 6.2 |
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.
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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
408 W BELLEVUE ST, Big Rapids, MI 49307
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Peters Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Riverview Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mecosta Elementary School (rated 6.6/10, 14.0 miles away, in nearby Mecosta), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Big Rapids, see our Big Rapids schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Crossroads Charter Academy 612 Big Rapids | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Crossroads Charter Academy K5 Big Rapids | 0.4 mi | 4.4 |
| ST MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Big Rapids | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Brookside Elementary School Big Rapids | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Big Rapids Middle School Big Rapids | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Riverview Elementary School Big Rapids | 1.2 mi | 8.5 |
| Big Rapids High School Big Rapids | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| MecostaOsceola Education Center Big Rapids | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Big Rapids Virtual School Big Rapids | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Reed City Middle School Reed City | 11.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Reed City High School Reed City | 11.3 mi | 5.3 |
| GT Norman Elementary School Reed City | 11.7 mi | 5.8 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Reed City | 11.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Morley Stanwood Elementary School Morley | 11.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Morley Stanwood Middle School Morley | 11.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Morley Stanwood High School Morley | 11.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Lighthouse Academy Eagle Village Hersey | 12.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Big Jackson Public School Paris | 10.9 mi | — |
| Mecosta Elementary School Mecosta | 14.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Evart High School Evart | 17.3 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 49307 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,803
Median Home Value
$179,600
Median Rent
$877/mo
Population
18,063
College Educated
30.8%
Homeownership
62.8%
Avg Commute
18 min
Poverty Rate
23.4%
Median Age
31.4
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bay City, MI | 5.2 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Midland, MI | 5.3 |
| SOUTH OLIVE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Holland, MI | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Peters Lutheran School
What grades does St Peters Lutheran School serve?
St Peters Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Peters Lutheran School?
St Peters Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 60 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Peters Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Peters Lutheran School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Peters Lutheran School rank in MI?
St Peters Lutheran School ranks #378 of 462 private schools in MI.
What is St Peters Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Peters 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 Peters Lutheran School a private school?
Yes, St Peters 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 Peters Lutheran School a religious school?
St Peters Lutheran School has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 60
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Mecosta County
- Phone
- (231) 796-6684
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