Below Average
#306 of 319 private schools in MN
Salem Lutheran School
Elementary School
14940 62ND ST N, Stillwater, MN 55082
Enrollment
127
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
127
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Minnesota private schools
#306 of 319
In Stillwater
#4 of 4
public schools
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Salem Lutheran School
Elementary School in Stillwater · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Salem Lutheran School
Salem Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Stillwater, MN. Salem Lutheran School serves approximately 127 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 17.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Salem Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #306 of 319 private schools in MN.
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 127 students, Salem 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.
Salem 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 Salem Lutheran School compares to 15 public schools serving similar grades in Stillwater, MN
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Salem Lutheran School (this school) | 4.2 |
| STILLWATER DIST. SPECIAL SERVICES | — |
| WCJC | — |
| GATE 4/5 | 7.8 |
| Stillwater Middle School | 7.1 |
| STILLWATER SPECIAL SERVICES-ECSE | 5.4 |
| NEW HEIGHTS SCHOOL INC. | 5.9 |
| LILY LAKE ELEMENTARY | 5.9 |
| Marine Area Community School | 7.5 |
| ST. CROIX PREPARATORY ACADEMY LOWER | 8.4 |
| St. Croix Prep Academy Middle | 7.9 |
| STONEBRIDGE ELEMENTARY | 5.4 |
| ST CROIX VALLEY AREA LEARNING CNTR. | 5.7 |
| RUTHERFORD ELEMENTARY | 6.0 |
| WILDWOOD ELEMENTARY | 7.9 |
| MAHTOMEDI PRESCHOOL | 3.9 |
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 MN.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
14940 62ND ST N, Stillwater, MN 55082
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Salem Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Houlton Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Houlton), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST. CROIX PREPARATORY ACADEMY LOWER (rated 8.4/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GATE 4/5 (rated 7.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Stillwater, see our Stillwater schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| STILLWATER DIST. SPECIAL SERVICES Stillwater | 0.1 mi | — |
| Bridge Transition Program Stillwater | 0.1 mi | — |
| WCJC Stillwater | 0.2 mi | — |
| Stillwater Middle School Stillwater | 0.5 mi | 7.1 |
| GATE 4/5 Stillwater | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| A/O PROGRAM White Bear Lake | 0.6 mi | — |
| STILLWATER SPECIAL SERVICES-ECSE Stillwater | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| ST CROIX CATHOLIC SCHOOL Stillwater | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| MN CORRECTIONAL FACILITY-STILLWATER Bayport | 1.1 mi | — |
| NEW HEIGHTS SCHOOL INC. Stillwater | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Marine Area Community School Stillwater | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| CHESTERTON ACADEMY OF THE ST CROIX VALLEY Stillwater | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| ST. CROIX PREPARATORY ACADEMY LOWER Stillwater | 1.8 mi | 8.4 |
| St. Croix Prep Academy Middle Stillwater | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| ST. CROIX PREPARATORY ACADEMY UPPER Stillwater | 1.8 mi | 9.3 |
| Houlton Elementary Houlton | 1.7 mi | 9.1 |
| Hudson 4K Houlton | 1.7 mi | 3.2 |
| STONEBRIDGE ELEMENTARY Stillwater | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| LILY LAKE ELEMENTARY Stillwater | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| ANDERSEN ELEMENTARY Bayport | 1.8 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55082 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$117,538
Median Home Value
$459,500
Median Rent
$1,439/mo
Population
36,414
College Educated
52.8%
Homeownership
77.5%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
6%
Median Age
44.8
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|---|---|
| Endazhi-Nitaawiging Red Lake, MN | 4.2 |
| Marine Village School Marine On St. Croix, MN | 4.2 |
| ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Mayer, MN | 4.2 |
| CHRIST COMMUNITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Watertown, MN | 4.3 |
| Creekstone Montessori Red Wing, MN | 4.3 |
| LIVING HOPE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Shakopee, MN | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Salem Lutheran School
What grades does Salem Lutheran School serve?
Salem Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Salem Lutheran School?
Salem Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 127 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Salem Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at Salem Lutheran School is 17.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Salem Lutheran School rank in MN?
Salem Lutheran School ranks #306 of 319 private schools in MN.
What is Salem Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
Salem Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Salem Lutheran School a private school?
Yes, Salem 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 Salem Lutheran School a religious school?
Salem Lutheran School has a Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 127
- Gender Split
- 62% M / 38% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 168 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Washington County
- Phone
- (651) 439-7831
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