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#132 of 319 private schools in MN

Top 41% of private schools

Rochester Central Lutheran School

Elementary School

2619 9TH AVE NW, Rochester, MN 55901

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

328

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

328

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Minnesota private schools

#132 of 319

In Rochester

#5 of 8

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About Rochester Central Lutheran School

Rochester Central Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Rochester, MN. Rochester Central Lutheran School serves approximately 328 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Rochester Central Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #132 of 319 private schools in MN.

How it comparesOn par with MN schools

6.6

This school 6.6 · Average
MN avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Rochester Central 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.

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How Rochester Central Lutheran School compares to 41 public schools serving similar grades in Rochester, MN

Student-Teacher Ratio

14.3:1

This School

14.6:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

328

This School

428

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.6

This School

5.6

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 84.8% vs 0%

Hispanic 2.4% vs 0%

Asian 1.5% vs 0%

Black 1.2% vs 0%

Rochester Central Lutheran School Rochester Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Rochester Central Lutheran School (this school)	—	328	14.3:1	6.6
ELTON HILLS ELEMENTARY	0.4 mi	323	13.5:1	4.5
Hoover Early Learning School	0.5 mi	194	5.5:1	5.8
HOOVER ELEMENTARY	0.5 mi	240	15:1	4.7
Early Childhood Assessment	0.5 mi	2	—:1	—
ECSE Community	0.5 mi	30	—:1	—
JOHN ADAMS MIDDLE	0.5 mi	801	19.5:1	2.9
GAGE ELEMENTARY	0.8 mi	563	12:1	4.2
SUNSET TERRACE ELEMENTARY	1.1 mi	412	12.9:1	5.1
JOHN MARSHALL SENIOR HIGH	1.2 mi	1,521	20.8:1	5.0
Washington District-Wide Elementary	1.2 mi	325	16.2:1	5.4
KELLOGG MIDDLE	1.3 mi	781	18.2:1	4.5
CHURCHILL ELEMENTARY	1.5 mi	195	16.2:1	5.6
JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY	1.8 mi	488	14.4:1	8.7
FOLWELL ELEMENTARY	2.5 mi	331	19.5:1	7.6
BISHOP ELEMENTARY	2.5 mi	536	14.5:1	5.7
RIVERSIDE CENTRAL ELEMENTARY	2.6 mi	388	10.2:1	3.2
CENTURY SENIOR HIGH	2.6 mi	1,722	20.3:1	6.1
PrairieCare	2.7 mi	32	10.7:1	4.1
Overland Elementary School	2.8 mi	555	14.2:1	6.6
Rochester Beacon Academy	2.8 mi	95	9.5:1	7.4

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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 MN.

Classroom Attention

C+ 4.3 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 14.3:1

Instructional Commitment

A- 8.2 / 10

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School Day Length 7.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,200

Diversity & Inclusion

A- 7.7 / 10

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Diversity Index 26%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.2 / 10

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Enrollment 328

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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 MN

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 84.8%

Two or More 9.1%

Hispanic 2.4%

Asian 1.5%

Black 1.2%

Native American 0.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2619 9TH AVE NW, Rochester, MN 55901

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rochester Central Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ROCHESTER ARTS & SCIENCES ACADEMY (rated 8.8/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY (rated 8.7/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FOLWELL ELEMENTARY (rated 7.6/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Rochester, see our Rochester schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
ELTON HILLS ELEMENTARY Rochester	0.4 mi	323	4.5
JOHN ADAMS MIDDLE Rochester	0.5 mi	801	2.9
HOOVER ELEMENTARY Rochester	0.5 mi	240	4.7
Early Childhood Assessment Rochester	0.5 mi	2	—
ECSE Community Rochester	0.5 mi	30	—
Hoover Early Learning School Rochester	0.5 mi	194	5.8
ROCHESTER ADVENTIST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rochester	0.7 mi	13	—
GAGE ELEMENTARY Rochester	0.8 mi	563	4.2
ST PIUS X SCHOOL Rochester	1.1 mi	158	7.0
Washington District-Wide Elementary Rochester	1.2 mi	325	5.4
JOHN MARSHALL SENIOR HIGH Rochester	1.2 mi	1,521	5.0
SUNSET TERRACE ELEMENTARY Rochester	1.1 mi	412	5.1
KELLOGG MIDDLE Rochester	1.3 mi	781	4.5
LOURDES HIGH SCHOOL Rochester	1.4 mi	321	8.7
CHURCHILL ELEMENTARY Rochester	1.5 mi	195	5.6
JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY Rochester	1.8 mi	488	8.7
ROCHESTER ARTS & SCIENCES ACADEMY Rochester	2.3 mi	110	8.8
LEAP Launching Emerging Adults Prg Rochester	1.7 mi	6	—
Project Search Mayo Clinic Rochester	2.5 mi	9	—
FOLWELL ELEMENTARY Rochester	2.5 mi	331	7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$90,430

Median Home Value

$290,000

Median Rent

$1,321/mo

Population

58,260

College Educated

49.6%

Homeownership

64.1%

Avg Commute

18.5 min

Poverty Rate

9.4%

Median Age

34.9

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HIGHLAND ELEMENTARY Crookston, MN	392	6.6
L'Etoile du Nord French Immersion Saint Paul, MN	279	6.6
NORTHERN ELEMENTARY Bemidji, MN	285	6.6
RICE ELEMENTARY Rice, MN	361	6.6
ARMSTRONG ELEMENTARY Cottage Grove, MN	308	6.5
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rochester Central Lutheran School

What grades does Rochester Central Lutheran School serve?

Rochester Central Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Rochester Central Lutheran School?

Rochester Central Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 328 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rochester Central Lutheran School?

The student-teacher ratio at Rochester Central Lutheran School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Rochester Central Lutheran School rank in MN?

Rochester Central Lutheran School ranks #132 of 319 private schools in MN.

What is Rochester Central Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?

Rochester Central Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Rochester Central Lutheran School a private school?

Yes, Rochester Central 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 Rochester Central Lutheran School a religious school?

Rochester Central Lutheran School has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 18 Car-Dependent
Bike Score: 63 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 328
Gender Split: 49% M / 51% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 14.3:1
Teachers (FTE): 23
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
School Day: 7.5 hours
Days Per Year: 160 days
Setting: Midsize City
County: Olmsted County
Phone: (507) 289-3267

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