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#48 of 319 private schools in MN

Top 15% of private schools

West Lutheran High School

High School

3350 HARBOR LN N, Plymouth, MN 55447

Private

Enrollment

160

Student-Teacher

10.7:1

Score

7.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Minnesota private schools

#48 of 319

In Plymouth

#1 of 2

public schools

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West Lutheran High School

7.7/10

High School in Plymouth · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

School #540

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About West Lutheran High School

West Lutheran High School is a private high school in Plymouth, MN. West Lutheran High School serves approximately 160 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. West Lutheran High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #48 of 319 private schools in MN.

How it compares1.5 pts above MN schools
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • MN avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 160 students, West Lutheran High 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.

West Lutheran High 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

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How West Lutheran High School compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Plymouth, MN

Student-Teacher Ratio
10.7:1
This School
vs
15.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
160
This School
vs
664
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.7
This School
vs
5.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 86.2% vs 0%
Black 4.4% vs 0%
Hispanic 3.8% vs 0%
Asian 3.8% vs 0%
West Lutheran High School Plymouth Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
West Lutheran High School (this school) 7.7
School #540
Tier Three 6.6
Tier Two 3.7
Tier One
School #519
ROBBINSDALE ARMSTRONG SENIOR HIGH 6.4
WAYZATA HIGH 7.7
THE ALTERNATIVE PROGRAM (TAP) 3.3
School #535

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+ 7.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 8.8 / 10
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School Day Length 7.1 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,221.2
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 7.2 / 10
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Diversity Index 22%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.2 / 10
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Enrollment 160
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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 86.2%
Black 4.4%
Hispanic 3.8%
Asian 3.8%
Native American 1.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3350 HARBOR LN N, Plymouth, MN 55447

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering West Lutheran High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. PLYMOUTH CREEK ELEMENTARY (rated 8.4/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is GREENWOOD ELEMENTARY (rated 8.3/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, WAYZATA EAST MIDDLE (rated 8.0/10, 3.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Plymouth, see our Plymouth schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
School #540 Plymouth 0.6 mi
Tier One Plymouth 1.4 mi
Tier Two Plymouth 1.4 mi 3.7
Tier Three Plymouth 1.4 mi 6.6
PLYMOUTH CREEK ELEMENTARY Plymouth 1.3 mi 8.4
School #519 Plymouth 2.0 mi
BIRCHVIEW ELEMENTARY Plymouth 2.5 mi 6.5
WAYZATA CENTRAL MIDDLE Plymouth 2.7 mi 7.7
CENTRAL MIDDLE ALTERNATIVE (CMAP) Plymouth 2.7 mi
SUNSET HILL ELEMENTARY Plymouth 2.7 mi 7.8
KIMBERLY LANE ELEMENTARY Plymouth 2.2 mi 7.8
OAKWOOD ELEMENTARY Plymouth 2.3 mi 7.2
EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION Plymouth 2.3 mi 4.5
ROBBINSDALE ARMSTRONG SENIOR HIGH Plymouth 2.2 mi 6.4
FOURTH BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Plymouth 2.7 mi 6.2
ZACHARY LANE ELEMENTARY Plymouth 2.4 mi 6.3
GREENWOOD ELEMENTARY Plymouth 2.3 mi 8.3
STEP BY STEP MONTESSORI Wayzata 3.2 mi
WAYZATA EAST MIDDLE Plymouth 3.0 mi 8.0
School #535 Plymouth 3.0 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55447 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$128,781

Median Home Value

$454,500

Median Rent

$1,663/mo

Population

21,001

College Educated

60.7%

Homeownership

76.5%

Avg Commute

21.1 min

Poverty Rate

3%

Median Age

41.3

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
MARTIN COUNTY WEST SENIOR HIGH Sherburn, MN 7.7
Upper Mississippi High Academy Saint Paul, MN 7.7
MARSHALL COUNTY CENTRAL HIGH Newfolden, MN 7.8
North Lakes Academy Upper School Forest Lake, MN 7.8
ULEN-HITTERDAL SECONDARY Ulen, MN 7.8
WESTBROOK-WALNUT GROVE SECONDARY Westbrook, MN 7.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about West Lutheran High School

What grades does West Lutheran High School serve?

West Lutheran High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend West Lutheran High School?

West Lutheran High School has an enrollment of approximately 160 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at West Lutheran High School?

The student-teacher ratio at West Lutheran High School is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does West Lutheran High School rank in MN?

West Lutheran High School ranks #48 of 319 private schools in MN.

What is West Lutheran High School's MySchoolScout rating?

West Lutheran High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is West Lutheran High School a private school?

Yes, West Lutheran High 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 West Lutheran High School a religious school?

West Lutheran High School has a Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
46 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
160
Gender Split
46% M / 54% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
School Day
7.1 hours
Days Per Year
172 days
Setting
Small City
County
Hennepin County

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