Excellent
#35 of 399 private schools in MO
Top 9% of private schools
Lutheran High School of Kansas City
High School
12411 WORNALL RD, Kansas City, MO 64145
Enrollment
107
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
8.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
107
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
8.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Missouri private schools
#35 of 399
In Kansas City
#9 of 39
public schools
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Lutheran High School of Kansas City
High School in Kansas City · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Lutheran High School of Kansas City
Lutheran High School of Kansas City is a private high school in Kansas City, MO. Lutheran High School of Kansas City serves approximately 107 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Lutheran High School of Kansas City has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #35 of 399 private schools in MO.
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 107 students, Lutheran High School of Kansas City 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 9.7:1 students to teachers, Lutheran High School of Kansas City sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Lutheran High School of Kansas City 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 Lutheran High School of Kansas City compares to 29 public schools serving similar grades in Kansas City, MO
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Lutheran High School of Kansas City (this school) | 8.0 |
| DALE M THOMPSON/TRAILS WEST S | — |
| CENTER SR. HIGH | 3.7 |
| RUSKIN HIGH SCHOOL | 6.7 |
| UNIVERSITY ACADEMY-UPPER | 7.3 |
| HOGAN PREPARATORY ACADEMY | 5.4 |
| EWING MARION KAUFFMAN HIGH | 8.4 |
| SOUTHEAST HIGH SCHOOL | 3.6 |
| FRONTIER SCHL OF EXCELLENCE-U | 5.3 |
| PASEO ACAD. OF PERFORMING ARTS | 7.3 |
| ALLEN VILLAGE HIGH SCHOOL | 7.6 |
| DeLaSalle Charter High School | 3.7 |
| ACADEMIE LAFAYETTE ARMOUR IHS | 6.8 |
| ALTERNATIVE RESOURCE CTR. | — |
| CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL | 4.6 |
| CONTRACT | 3.7 |
| LINCOLN COLLEGE PREP. | 9.0 |
| GUADALUPE CENTERS HIGH SCHOOL | 5.2 |
| EAST HIGH SCHOOL | 3.5 |
| CROSSROADS PREPARATORY ACADEMY | 5.3 |
| KIPP KC LEGACY HIGH SCHOOL | 5.6 |
Showing 20 of 29 schools. View all schools in Kansas City
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 MO.
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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 MO
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
12411 WORNALL RD, Kansas City, MO 64145
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lutheran High School of Kansas City may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Mission Trail Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Leawood), which scores notably higher. Another option is Prairie Star Middle (rated 8.8/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Leawood), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, NOTRE DAME DE SION HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Kansas City, see our Kansas City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CALVARY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Kansas City | 0.0 mi | 8.0 |
| ST THOMAS MORE SCHOOL Kansas City | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| MARTIN CITY ELEM. Kansas City | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| ALPHA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.2 mi | — |
| BAMBINI CREATIVI Kansas City | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| THE BARSTOW SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Leawood Elementary Leawood | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Leawood Middle Leawood | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| CORNERSTONE WITH CARE - OZANAM SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| RED BRIDGE ELEM. Kansas City | 2.1 mi | 7.6 |
| NOTRE DAME DE SION HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City | 2.2 mi | 8.6 |
| THE DANIEL ACADEMY Kansas City | 2.4 mi | 7.9 |
| NATIVITY PARISH SCHOOL Leawood | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| CENTER MIDDLE Kansas City | 2.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Mission Trail Elementary Leawood | 2.4 mi | 9.4 |
| INDIAN CREEK ELEM. Kansas City | 3.3 mi | 4.9 |
| WARFORD ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 2.7 mi | 3.9 |
| Prairie Star Elementary Leawood | 2.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Prairie Star Middle Leawood | 3.0 mi | 8.8 |
| Brookwood Elem Leawood | 3.2 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64145 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,439
Median Home Value
$350,100
Median Rent
$1,735/mo
Population
5,057
College Educated
57.4%
Homeownership
86.2%
Poverty Rate
5.2%
Median Age
54.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ADAIR CO. HIGH Brashear, MO | 8.0 |
| LIBERAL HIGH Liberal, MO | 8.0 |
| NORTH HARRISON HIGH Eagleville, MO | 8.0 |
| HALFWAY SECONDARY Halfway, MO | 7.9 |
| NEW HAVEN HIGH New Haven, MO | 8.1 |
| SOUTH NODAWAY HIGH Barnard, MO | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lutheran High School of Kansas City
What grades does Lutheran High School of Kansas City serve?
Lutheran High School of Kansas City serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Lutheran High School of Kansas City?
Lutheran High School of Kansas City has an enrollment of approximately 107 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lutheran High School of Kansas City?
The student-teacher ratio at Lutheran High School of Kansas City is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Lutheran High School of Kansas City rank in MO?
Lutheran High School of Kansas City ranks #35 of 399 private schools in MO.
What is Lutheran High School of Kansas City's MySchoolScout rating?
Lutheran High School of Kansas City has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Lutheran High School of Kansas City a private school?
Yes, Lutheran High School of Kansas City 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 Lutheran High School of Kansas City a religious school?
Lutheran High School of Kansas City has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 107
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Jackson County
- Phone
- (816) 241-5478
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