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#298 of 319 private schools in MN

St John's Evangelical Lutheran School

Elementary School

160 WILLIAMS ST, Lewiston, MN 55952

Private

Enrollment

78

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

4.5

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Minnesota private schools

#298 of 319

In Lewiston

#2 of 2

public schools

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St John's Evangelical Lutheran School

4.5/10

Elementary School in Lewiston · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Lewiston-altura Elementary

8.2/10

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About St John's Evangelical Lutheran School

St John's Evangelical Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Lewiston, MN. St John's Evangelical Lutheran School serves approximately 78 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St John's Evangelical Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #298 of 319 private schools in MN.

How it compares1.9 pts below MN schools
  • This school 4.5 · Below Average
  • MN avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 78 students, St John's Evangelical 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's Evangelical 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's Evangelical 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.

Compare to Public Schools

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How St John's Evangelical Lutheran School compares to the 2 public schools in Lewiston, MN

Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
This School
vs
11.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
78
This School
vs
296
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.5
This School
vs
7.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 97.4% vs 0%
Black 2.6% vs 0%
St John's Evangelical Lutheran School Lewiston Public Avg

All Schools in Lewiston

School Rating
St John's Evangelical Lutheran School (this school) 4.5
LEWISTON-ALTURA ELEMENTARY 8.2
LEWISTON-ALTURA SECONDARY 6.2

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
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B- 5.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 13.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.4 / 10
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School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,118
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 3.6 / 10
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Diversity Index 5%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.0 / 10
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Enrollment 78
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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 97.4%
Black 2.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

160 WILLIAMS ST, Lewiston, MN 55952

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St John's Evangelical Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LEWISTON-ALTURA ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BLUFFVIEW MONTESSORI (rated 7.6/10, 10.6 miles away, in nearby Winona), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cochrane-Fountain City Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 14.8 miles away, in nearby Fountain City), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lewiston, see our Lewiston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 14.8 mi
School Distance Rating
LEWISTON-ALTURA ELEMENTARY Lewiston 0.4 mi 8.2
LEWISTON-ALTURA SECONDARY Lewiston 0.5 mi 6.2
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Lewiston 2.1 mi 4.5
Rollingstone Community School Rollingstone 8.0 mi 6.3
GOODVIEW ELEMENTARY Winona 9.6 mi 6.2
ST. CHARLES SECONDARY Saint Charles 9.4 mi 5.8
ST. CHARLES ELEMENTARY Saint Charles 9.8 mi 6.6
BLUFFVIEW MONTESSORI Winona 10.6 mi 7.6
COTTER SCHOOLS-ST. MARYS CAMPUS Winona 10.7 mi 4.5
WINONA AREA LEARNING CENTER Winona 10.8 mi 7.0
RUSHFORD-PETERSON MIDDLE Rushford 13.1 mi 5.0
RUSHFORD-PETERSON ELEMENTARY Rushford 13.1 mi 6.1
RUSHFORD-PETERSON SENIOR HIGH Rushford 13.1 mi 6.2
JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY Winona 10.8 mi 5.3
COTTER SCHOOLS Winona 11.0 mi 5.0
WINONA SENIOR HIGH Winona 11.0 mi 5.8
WINONA EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL ED. Winona 11.0 mi 5.9
ST MATTHEWS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Winona 11.4 mi 5.7
Cochrane-Fountain City Elementary Fountain City 14.8 mi 7.6
Cochrane-Fountain City High Fountain City 14.8 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55952 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$96,964

Median Home Value

$229,100

Median Rent

$936/mo

Population

2,689

College Educated

26%

Homeownership

78.1%

Avg Commute

21.1 min

Poverty Rate

6.7%

Median Age

36.5

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
COTTER SCHOOLS-ST. MARYS CAMPUS Winona, MN 4.5
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Lewiston, MN 4.5
ST AGNES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Osakis, MN 4.5
HERMAN ELEMENTARY Herman, MN 4.6
SCHOOL OF ST PETER Canby, MN 4.6
CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Zumbrota, MN 4.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St John's Evangelical Lutheran School

What grades does St John's Evangelical Lutheran School serve?

St John's Evangelical Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St John's Evangelical Lutheran School?

St John's Evangelical Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 78 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St John's Evangelical Lutheran School?

The student-teacher ratio at St John's Evangelical Lutheran School is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St John's Evangelical Lutheran School rank in MN?

St John's Evangelical Lutheran School ranks #298 of 319 private schools in MN.

What is St John's Evangelical Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?

St John's Evangelical Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St John's Evangelical Lutheran School a private school?

Yes, St John's Evangelical 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 St John's Evangelical Lutheran School a religious school?

St John's Evangelical Lutheran School has a Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
26 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
78
Gender Split
51% M / 49% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
6
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
172 days
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Winona County

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