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Grace Lutheran School
Elementary School
404 CENTRAL AVE N, Dodge Center, MN 55927
Enrollment
8
Student-Teacher
8:1
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
8
Student-Teacher
8:1
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
About Grace Lutheran School
Grace Lutheran School is an Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod private elementary school in Dodge Center, MN 55927. The school serves approximately 8 students in grades Pre-K – 2nd with a student-teacher ratio of 8:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $91,536, where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a distant town setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 8 students, Grace Lutheran School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 8:1, Grace Lutheran School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
As a private school, Grace Lutheran School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Grace Lutheran School compares to the 3 public schools in Dodge Center, MN
Student Demographics
All Schools in Dodge Center
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Grace Lutheran School (this school) | — |
| TRITON ELEMENTARY | 7.4 |
| TRITON HIGH SCHOOL | 5.9 |
| TRITON MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5.7 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 8 students
- Type
- Private · Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Address
- 404 CENTRAL AVE N, Dodge Center, MN 55927
- Phone
- (507) 633-2253
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in MN aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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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
404 CENTRAL AVE N, Dodge Center, MN 55927
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Grace Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BLOOMING PRAIRIE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.9/10, 15.1 miles away, in nearby Blooming Prairie). Another option is KASSON-MANTORVILLE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.4/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Kasson). Additionally, HAYFIELD ELEMENTARY (rated 8.4/10, 9.9 miles away, in nearby Hayfield). For more schools in Dodge Center, see our Dodge Center schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MARANATHA ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Dodge Center | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| TRITON MIDDLE SCHOOL Dodge Center | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| TRITON ELEMENTARY Dodge Center | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| TRITON HIGH SCHOOL Dodge Center | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| ZUMBRO EDUCATION DISTRICT Kasson | 5.4 mi | 7.5 |
| ZUMBRO AREA LEARNING CENTER Kasson | 5.4 mi | 6.0 |
| ZUMBRO ED. DIST. FUTURES/CHOICE Kasson | 5.4 mi | 6.1 |
| TRANSITION 2 SUCCESS Kasson | 5.4 mi | — |
| KASSON-MANTORVILLE SENIOR HIGH Kasson | 5.4 mi | 3.1 |
| KASSON-MANTORVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Kasson | 5.5 mi | 5.5 |
| KASSON-MANTORVILLE ELEMENTARY Kasson | 5.7 mi | 8.4 |
| HAYFIELD SECONDARY Hayfield | 9.8 mi | 5.0 |
| HAYFIELD ELEMENTARY Hayfield | 9.9 mi | 8.4 |
| BYRON MIDDLE SCHOOL Byron | 9.8 mi | 4.9 |
| BYRON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Byron | 10.2 mi | 2.9 |
| Byron Primary School Byron | 11.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Byron Intermediate School Byron | 11.1 mi | 7.3 |
| BLOOMING PRAIRIE ELEMENTARY Blooming Prairie | 15.1 mi | 8.9 |
| Blooming Prairie High School Blooming Prairie | 15.4 mi | 5.0 |
| PINE ISLAND SECONDARY Pine Island | 15.7 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55927 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$91,536
Median Home Value
$216,100
Median Rent
$926/mo
Population
4,272
College Educated
18.1%
Homeownership
84.1%
Avg Commute
23.3 min
Poverty Rate
4.5%
Median Age
39.9
Community Profile
The community surrounding Grace Lutheran School has a median household income of $91,536. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $216,100, with a median rent of $926/month. The local poverty rate of 4.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Grace Lutheran School
What grades does Grace Lutheran School serve?
Grace Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Grace Lutheran School?
Grace Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 8 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Grace Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at Grace Lutheran School is 8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Grace Lutheran School a private school?
Yes, Grace 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 Grace Lutheran School a religious school?
Grace Lutheran School has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 8
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 165 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- DODGE
- Phone
- (507) 633-2253
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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