Below Average
#270 of 319 private schools in MN
St Paul's Lutheran School
Elementary School
126 S PAYNE ST, New Ulm, MN 56073
Enrollment
302
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
302
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Minnesota private schools
#270 of 319
In New Ulm
#3 of 4
public schools
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St Paul's Lutheran School
Elementary School in New Ulm · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Paul's Lutheran School
St Paul's Lutheran School is a private elementary school in New Ulm, MN. St Paul's Lutheran School serves approximately 302 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. St Paul's Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #270 of 319 private schools in MN.
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
St Paul'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 Paul's Lutheran School compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in New Ulm, MN
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Paul's Lutheran School (this school) | 4.9 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY | 4.9 |
| NEW ULM MIDDLE SCHOOL | 7.7 |
| RIVER BEND AREA LEARNING CENTER | 6.7 |
| RIVER BEND EARLY CHILDHOOD PROG. | — |
| IMPRINTS PROGRAM | — |
| R.I.S.E. Program | — |
| Raptor Program | — |
| Washington Learning Center | 5.1 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
126 S PAYNE ST, New Ulm, MN 56073
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Paul's Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST MARYS CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 17.8 miles away, in nearby Madelia), which scores notably higher. Another option is GFW Elementary School (rated 6.3/10, 15.9 miles away, in nearby Gibbon), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PRAIRIE LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 16.1 miles away, in nearby Gibbon), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New Ulm, see our New Ulm schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY New Ulm | 0.2 mi | 4.9 |
| NEW ULM MIDDLE SCHOOL New Ulm | 0.3 mi | 7.7 |
| NEW ULM AREA CATHOLIC SCHOOLS New Ulm | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Washington Learning Center New Ulm | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| RIVER BEND AREA LEARNING CENTER New Ulm | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| RIVER BEND EARLY CHILDHOOD PROG. New Ulm | 1.1 mi | — |
| IMPRINTS PROGRAM New Ulm | 1.1 mi | — |
| W.O.R.K. Program New Ulm | 1.1 mi | — |
| R.I.S.E. Program New Ulm | 1.1 mi | — |
| Raptor Program New Ulm | 1.1 mi | — |
| NEW ULM HIGH SCHOOL New Ulm | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| MINNESOTA VALLEY LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL New Ulm | 3.8 mi | 5.9 |
| AMAZING GRACE VIRTUAL ACADEMY New Ulm | 3.9 mi | 4.6 |
| GFW Elementary School Gibbon | 15.9 mi | 6.3 |
| PRAIRIE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Gibbon | 16.1 mi | 6.2 |
| ST MARY'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL K-12 Sleepy Eye | 12.7 mi | 7.0 |
| GFW High School Winthrop | 17.1 mi | 7.0 |
| GFW Middle School Winthrop | 17.1 mi | 6.2 |
| GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sleepy Eye | 12.9 mi | — |
| ST MARYS CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Madelia | 17.8 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56073 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,698
Median Home Value
$207,600
Median Rent
$978/mo
Population
17,325
College Educated
26.6%
Homeownership
77.8%
Avg Commute
14 min
Poverty Rate
7.6%
Median Age
41.4
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| HAWTHORNE ELEMENTARY Albert Lea, MN | 4.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Paul's Lutheran School
What grades does St Paul's Lutheran School serve?
St Paul's Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Paul's Lutheran School?
St Paul's Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 302 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Paul's Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Paul's Lutheran School is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Paul's Lutheran School rank in MN?
St Paul's Lutheran School ranks #270 of 319 private schools in MN.
What is St Paul's Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Paul's Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Paul's Lutheran School a private school?
Yes, St Paul's 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 Paul's Lutheran School a religious school?
St Paul's Lutheran School has a Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 302
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Brown County
- Phone
- (507) 354-2329
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