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Petra Lutheran School
Elementary School
1049 1ST AVE N, Sauk Rapids, MN 56379
Enrollment
21
Student-Teacher
10:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
21
Student-Teacher
10:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
About Petra Lutheran School
Petra Lutheran School is an Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod private elementary school in Sauk Rapids, MN 56379. The school serves approximately 21 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 10:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $71,964, where 28% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a midsize suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 21 students, Petra 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.
As a private school, Petra 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 Petra Lutheran School compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Sauk Rapids, MN
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Petra Lutheran School (this school) | — |
| Pleasantview Elementary | 7.9 |
| Benton-Stearns Education District | — |
| SAUK RAPIDS-RICE MIDDLE SCHOOL | 6.0 |
| MISSISSIPPI HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY | 6.2 |
| Benton-Stearns Education - ASD | — |
| Benton-Stearns Education Pioneers | — |
| ALC - Sauk Rapids | — |
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
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 21 students
- Type
- Private · Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Address
- 1049 1ST AVE N, Sauk Rapids, MN 56379
- Phone
- (320) 251-0158
- 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
1049 1ST AVE N, Sauk Rapids, MN 56379
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Petra Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Saint Cloud Math and Science Academ (rated 8.3/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Saint Cloud). Another option is Pleasantview Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 0.5 miles away). Additionally, ALL SAINTS ACADEMY-ST CLOUD CAMPUS (rated 7.9/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Saint Cloud). For more schools in Sauk Rapids, see our Sauk Rapids schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56379 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,964
Median Home Value
$251,500
Median Rent
$972/mo
Population
17,300
College Educated
27.7%
Homeownership
66.6%
Avg Commute
20.4 min
Poverty Rate
6.8%
Median Age
36.8
Community Profile
The community surrounding Petra Lutheran School has a median household income of $71,964. It is an area where 28% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $251,500, with a median rent of $972/month. The local poverty rate of 6.8% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 20 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Petra Lutheran School
What grades does Petra Lutheran School serve?
Petra Lutheran School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Petra Lutheran School?
Petra Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 21 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Petra Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at Petra Lutheran School is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Petra Lutheran School a private school?
Yes, Petra 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 Petra Lutheran School a religious school?
Petra Lutheran School has a Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod religious affiliation.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- Elevated (1,376/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Sauk Rapids). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 21
- Gender Split
- 43% M / 57% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- BENTON
- Phone
- (320) 251-0158
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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