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St John Lutheran School
Elementary School
15671 158TH ST NE, Thief River Falls, MN 56701
Enrollment
25
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
25
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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St John Lutheran School
Elementary School in Thief River Falls · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St John Lutheran School
St John Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Thief River Falls, MN. St John Lutheran School serves approximately 25 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 25 students, St John 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 John 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.
St John Lutheran School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
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BetaHow St John Lutheran School compares to the 4 public schools in Thief River Falls, MN
Student Demographics
All Schools in Thief River Falls
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St John Lutheran School (this school) | — |
| FRANKLIN MIDDLE | 5.1 |
| CHALLENGER ELEMENTARY | 5.3 |
| NORTHWEST AREA LEARNING CENTER | — |
| LINCOLN SENIOR HIGH | 6.1 |
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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 25 students
- Type
- Private · Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.4:1
- Address
- 15671 158TH ST NE, Thief River Falls, MN 56701
- Phone
- (218) 681-7753
- 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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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
15671 158TH ST NE, Thief River Falls, MN 56701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St John Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. VIKING ELEMENTARY (rated 9.5/10, 14.8 miles away, in nearby Viking). Another option is WIN-E-MAC ELEMENTARY (rated 8.8/10, 31.0 miles away, in nearby Erskine). Additionally, J.A. HUGHES ELEMENTARY (rated 8.5/10, 16.4 miles away, in nearby Red Lake Falls). For more schools in Thief River Falls, see our Thief River Falls schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 31.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FRANKLIN MIDDLE Thief River Falls | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| CHALLENGER ELEMENTARY Thief River Falls | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| NORTHWEST AREA LEARNING CENTER Thief River Falls | 2.0 mi | — |
| LINCOLN SENIOR HIGH Thief River Falls | 2.2 mi | 6.1 |
| ST BERNARD'S SCHOOL Thief River Falls | 2.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Red Lake County Central Elementary Plummer | 14.2 mi | 6.4 |
| J.A. HUGHES ELEMENTARY Red Lake Falls | 16.4 mi | 8.5 |
| LAFAYETTE SECONDARY Red Lake Falls | 16.7 mi | 8.5 |
| VIKING ELEMENTARY Viking | 14.8 mi | 9.5 |
| NEWFOLDEN ELEMENTARY Newfolden | 19.6 mi | 7.2 |
| MARSHALL COUNTY CENTRAL HIGH Newfolden | 19.6 mi | 7.8 |
| GOODRIDGE ELEMENTARY Goodridge | 15.5 mi | 6.8 |
| GOODRIDGE SECONDARY Goodridge | 15.5 mi | 6.2 |
| RLCC Elementary at Oklee Oklee | 22.5 mi | — |
| Red Lake County Central High School Oklee | 22.5 mi | 8.2 |
| WIN-E-MAC ELEMENTARY Erskine | 31.0 mi | 8.8 |
| WIN-E-MAC SECONDARY Erskine | 31.0 mi | 6.7 |
| HIGHLAND ELEMENTARY Crookston | 30.5 mi | 6.6 |
| CROOKSTON SECONDARY Crookston | 30.5 mi | 6.0 |
| WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY Crookston | 31.1 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,243
Median Home Value
$189,700
Median Rent
$897/mo
Population
12,814
College Educated
19.9%
Homeownership
70.1%
Avg Commute
13.1 min
Poverty Rate
9.6%
Median Age
40.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St John Lutheran School
What grades does St John Lutheran School serve?
St John Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St John Lutheran School?
St John Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 25 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St John Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at St John Lutheran School is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is St John Lutheran School a private school?
Yes, St John 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 John Lutheran School a religious school?
St John 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
- 25
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 172 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Pennington County
- Phone
- (218) 681-7753
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