Below Average
#297 of 319 private schools in MN
St John's Lutheran School
Elementary School
300 E 4TH ST, Chaska, MN 55318
Enrollment
178
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
178
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Minnesota private schools
#297 of 319
In Chaska
#3 of 3
public schools
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St John's Lutheran School
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About St John's Lutheran School
St John's Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Chaska, MN. St John's Lutheran School serves approximately 178 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. St John's Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #297 of 319 private schools in MN.
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 178 students, St John's 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 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 St John's Lutheran School compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Chaska, MN
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St John's Lutheran School (this school) | 4.5 |
| CHASKA MIDDLE SCHOOL WEST | 5.6 |
| CHASKA MIDDLE SCHOOL EAST | 6.3 |
| LA ACADEMIA | 8.0 |
| Kinder Academy | 5.8 |
| WORLD LEARNER CHARTER SCHOOL | 6.5 |
| PIONEER RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL | 4.8 |
| Early Childhood Special Education | 4.0 |
| CLOVER RIDGE ELEMENTARY | 6.0 |
| JONATHAN ELEMENTARY | 8.1 |
| 112 ALC MIDDLE SCHOOL | 1.6 |
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
300 E 4TH ST, Chaska, MN 55318
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St John's Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JONATHAN ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LA ACADEMIA (rated 8.0/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BREAKAWAY ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chaska, see our Chaska schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SWMetro ALC Shakopee | 0.1 mi | 6.7 |
| SWMetro Independent Study Shakopee | 0.1 mi | — |
| SWMetro CCJ Shakopee | 0.2 mi | — |
| BREAKAWAY ACADEMY Chaska | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| CHASKA MIDDLE SCHOOL WEST Chaska | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| CHASKA MIDDLE SCHOOL EAST Chaska | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Kinder Academy Chaska | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| LA ACADEMIA Chaska | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| SOUTHWEST CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Chaska | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| SWMetro Prairie Care Shakopee | 2.1 mi | — |
| WORLD LEARNER CHARTER SCHOOL Chaska | 2.2 mi | 6.5 |
| JONATHAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Chaska | 2.3 mi | — |
| CHASKA HIGH SCHOOL Chaska | 2.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Early Childhood Special Education Chaska | 2.6 mi | 4.0 |
| PIONEER RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Chaska | 2.6 mi | 4.8 |
| JONATHAN ELEMENTARY Chaska | 2.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Aspire Academy Elementary Shakopee | 2.1 mi | 4.0 |
| SPECIAL SERVICES Shakopee | 2.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Sabers Online Middle School Shakopee | 2.1 mi | — |
| Tokata Learning Center Shakopee | 2.2 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55318 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$111,781
Median Home Value
$389,200
Median Rent
$1,430/mo
Population
29,884
College Educated
47.1%
Homeownership
71%
Avg Commute
23.8 min
Poverty Rate
4.8%
Median Age
37.9
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|---|---|
| CALVIN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (DBA: AVAIL ACADEMY) Minneapolis, MN | 4.5 |
| KING OF GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Golden Valley, MN | 4.5 |
| Prodeo Columbia Heights Primary Columbia Heights, MN | 4.5 |
| Saint Paul Online Elementary School Saint Paul, MN | 4.5 |
| ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Alexandria, MN | 4.5 |
| Appleton-Milan Elementary Appleton, MN | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St John's Lutheran School
What grades does St John's Lutheran School serve?
St John's Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St John's Lutheran School?
St John's Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 178 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St John's Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at St John's Lutheran School is 15.8:1. 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 Lutheran School rank in MN?
St John's Lutheran School ranks #297 of 319 private schools in MN.
What is St John's Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
St John's 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 Lutheran School a private school?
Yes, St John's 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's Lutheran School a religious school?
St John's 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
- 178
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Carver County
- Phone
- (952) 448-2526
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