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#126 of 319 private schools in MN
Top 39% of private schools
St Pauls Lutheran School
Elementary School
510 W ADAMS ST, Arlington, MN 55307
Enrollment
45
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
45
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Minnesota private schools
#126 of 319
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St Pauls Lutheran School
Elementary School in Arlington · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Pauls Lutheran School
St Pauls Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Arlington, MN. St Pauls Lutheran School serves approximately 45 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. St Pauls Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #126 of 319 private schools in MN.
- This school 6.7 · Average
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 45 students, St Pauls 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.
At 9:1 students to teachers, St Pauls Lutheran School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Pauls 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 Pauls Lutheran School compares to the 2 public schools in Arlington, MN
Student Demographics
All Schools in Arlington
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Pauls Lutheran School (this school) | 6.7 |
| SIBLEY EAST-ARLINGTON SENIOR HIGH | 5.0 |
| Sibley East Middle School | 3.8 |
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
510 W ADAMS ST, Arlington, MN 55307
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Pauls Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GREEN ISLE COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Green Isle), which scores notably higher. Another option is CENTRAL ELEMENTARY (rated 7.5/10, 13.9 miles away, in nearby Norwood Young America), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, EMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 10.0 miles away, in nearby Hamburg), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Arlington, see our Arlington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SIBLEY EAST-ARLINGTON SENIOR HIGH Arlington | 0.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Sibley East Middle School Arlington | 0.3 mi | 3.8 |
| GREEN ISLE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Green Isle | 6.3 mi | 7.8 |
| SIBLEY EAST-GAYLORD ELEMENTARY Gaylord | 6.8 mi | 6.6 |
| ALTONA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Henderson | 7.8 mi | 6.1 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Gaylord | 7.7 mi | 6.3 |
| SUNSHINE HOUSE Hamburg | 9.9 mi | — |
| EMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hamburg | 10.0 mi | 7.1 |
| GLENCOE-SILVER LAKE SENIOR HIGH Glencoe | 12.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Lincoln Elementary Glencoe | 12.0 mi | 7.1 |
| GSL Junior High School Glencoe | 12.0 mi | 5.2 |
| FIRST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Glencoe | 12.0 mi | 5.9 |
| SWWC Alternative Learning Center - Glencoe | 12.7 mi | — |
| Minnesota New Country Elementary Henderson | 10.1 mi | 5.0 |
| EDVISIONS OFF CAMPUS SCHOOL Henderson | 10.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Alternative Learning Cooperative Henderson | 10.4 mi | — |
| MINNESOTA NEW COUNTRY SCHOOL Henderson | 10.4 mi | 6.3 |
| ST ANNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Le Sueur | 13.1 mi | 4.7 |
| PARK ELEMENTARY Le Sueur | 13.3 mi | 6.3 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Norwood Young America | 13.9 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55307 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,059
Median Home Value
$226,800
Median Rent
$866/mo
Population
3,236
College Educated
16.9%
Homeownership
77.9%
Avg Commute
27.7 min
Poverty Rate
12.4%
Median Age
35.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| La Crescent Montessori & STEM Acad La Crescent, MN | 6.8 |
| Hibbing Early Learning Center Hibbing, MN | 6.6 |
| OUR LADY OF THE PRAIRIE SCHOOL Belle Plaine, MN | 6.6 |
| ST JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC MONTESSORI SCHOOL Excelsior, MN | 6.6 |
| ST MARYS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Tracy, MN | 6.6 |
| ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Saint James, MN | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Pauls Lutheran School
What grades does St Pauls Lutheran School serve?
St Pauls Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Pauls Lutheran School?
St Pauls Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 45 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Pauls Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Pauls Lutheran School is 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 Pauls Lutheran School rank in MN?
St Pauls Lutheran School ranks #126 of 319 private schools in MN.
What is St Pauls Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Pauls Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Pauls Lutheran School a private school?
Yes, St Pauls 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 Pauls Lutheran School a religious school?
St Pauls 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
- 45
- Gender Split
- 67% M / 33% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Sibley County
- Phone
- (507) 964-5198
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