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#141 of 319 private schools in MN
Top 44% of private schools
St Pauls Lutheran School
Elementary School
315 9TH ST S, Saint James, MN 56081
Enrollment
35
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
35
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Minnesota private schools
#141 of 319
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St Pauls Lutheran School
Elementary School in Saint James · 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 Saint James, MN. St Pauls Lutheran School serves approximately 35 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. St Pauls Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #141 of 319 private schools in MN.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 35 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 8.8:1 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 4 public schools in Saint James, MN
Student Demographics
All Schools in Saint James
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Pauls Lutheran School (this school) | 6.5 |
| Armstrong School | 3.4 |
| ST. JAMES EARLY CHILDHOOD | — |
| St. James Middle/High School | 7.1 |
| ST. JAMES NORTHSIDE ELEMENTARY | 8.5 |
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
315 9TH ST S, Saint James, MN 56081
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Pauls Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST. JAMES NORTHSIDE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MADELIA ELEMENTARY (rated 7.5/10, 11.5 miles away, in nearby Madelia), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST MARYS CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 11.6 miles away, in nearby Madelia), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Saint James, see our Saint James schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST. JAMES EARLY CHILDHOOD Saint James | 0.3 mi | — |
| Armstrong School Saint James | 0.3 mi | 3.4 |
| ST. JAMES NORTHSIDE ELEMENTARY Saint James | 0.7 mi | 8.5 |
| St. James Middle/High School Saint James | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| BUTTERFIELD ELEMENTARY Butterfield | 8.5 mi | 5.6 |
| BUTTERFIELD SECONDARY Butterfield | 8.5 mi | 5.0 |
| MADELIA ELEMENTARY Madelia | 11.5 mi | 7.5 |
| MADELIA SECONDARY Madelia | 11.4 mi | 7.7 |
| ST MARYS CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Madelia | 11.6 mi | 7.2 |
| TRIMONT ELEMENTARY Trimont | 15.6 mi | 6.9 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Truman | 13.9 mi | 5.6 |
| TRUMAN ELEMENTARY Truman | 14.3 mi | 6.0 |
| TRUMAN SECONDARY Truman | 14.3 mi | 6.2 |
| ELMENDORF CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mountain Lake | 15.0 mi | 6.0 |
| MOUNTAIN LAKE ELEMENTARY Mountain Lake | 15.3 mi | 5.5 |
| MARTIN LUTHER HIGH SCHOOL Northrop | 19.2 mi | 6.5 |
| MOUNTAIN LAKE SECONDARY Mountain Lake | 15.4 mi | 8.7 |
| MOUNTAIN LAKE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mountain Lake | 15.5 mi | 8.1 |
| ST JAMES LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fairmont | 19.4 mi | 6.4 |
| COMFREY ELEMENTARY Comfrey | 16.7 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56081 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,612
Median Home Value
$153,400
Median Rent
$810/mo
Population
6,092
College Educated
18%
Homeownership
74.4%
Avg Commute
20.1 min
Poverty Rate
16.8%
Median Age
40.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| COMFREY ELEMENTARY Comfrey, MN | 6.4 |
| E.C.H.O. Elementary Echo, MN | 6.4 |
| Hibbing Early Learning Center Hibbing, MN | 6.6 |
| OUR LADY OF THE PRAIRIE SCHOOL Belle Plaine, MN | 6.6 |
| ST JAMES LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fairmont, MN | 6.4 |
| ST MARYS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Tracy, MN | 6.6 |
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 35 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Pauls Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Pauls Lutheran School is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Pauls Lutheran School rank in MN?
St Pauls Lutheran School ranks #141 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 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St 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
- 35
- Gender Split
- 60% M / 40% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
- School Day
- 6.6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Watonwan County
- Phone
- (507) 375-3809
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