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#178 of 399 private schools in MO

Top 44% of private schools

Lutheran School Association

Elementary School

204 E BUTTERFIELD TRL, Cole Camp, MO 65325

Private

Enrollment

72

Student-Teacher

9.1:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#178 of 399

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Lutheran School Association

6.5/10

Elementary School in Cole Camp · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Cole Camp Elem.

8.6/10

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8.2/10

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About Lutheran School Association

Lutheran School Association is a private elementary school in Cole Camp, MO. Lutheran School Association serves approximately 72 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 9.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Lutheran School Association has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #178 of 399 private schools in MO.

How it comparesOn par with MO schools
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • MO avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 72 students, Lutheran School Association 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 9.1:1 students to teachers, Lutheran School Association sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Lutheran School Association 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 Lutheran School Association compares to the 2 public schools in Cole Camp, MO

Student-Teacher Ratio
9.1:1
This School
vs
12.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
72
This School
vs
368
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.5
This School
vs
8.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 95.8% vs 0%
Hispanic 2.8% vs 0%
Lutheran School Association Cole Camp Public Avg

All Schools in Cole Camp

School Rating
Lutheran School Association (this school) 6.5
COLE CAMP ELEM. 8.6
COLE CAMP HIGH 8.2

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 MO.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A- 7.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 10
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School Day Length 7.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,275
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 4.7 / 10
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Diversity Index 8%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.0 / 10
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Enrollment 72
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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)

White 95.8%
Hispanic 2.8%
Two or More 1.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

204 E BUTTERFIELD TRL, Cole Camp, MO 65325

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lutheran School Association may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. COLE CAMP ELEM. (rated 8.6/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PARKVIEW ELEM. (rated 8.3/10, 16.2 miles away, in nearby Sedalia), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HORACE MANN ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 16.7 miles away, in nearby Sedalia), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cole Camp, see our Cole Camp schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 17.4 mi
School Distance Rating
COLE CAMP ELEM. Cole Camp 0.5 mi 8.6
COLE CAMP HIGH Cole Camp 0.5 mi 8.2
LINCOLN ELEM. Lincoln 8.6 mi 4.2
LINCOLN HIGH Lincoln 8.6 mi 8.4
ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Stover 11.3 mi
MORGAN CO. R-I ELEM. Stover 11.3 mi 7.0
MORGAN CO. R-I HIGH Stover 11.3 mi 5.8
SMITH-COTTON HIGH SCHOOL Sedalia 15.0 mi 6.3
SKYLINE ELEM. Sedalia 15.8 mi 7.7
EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR. Sedalia 16.1 mi 4.7
SEDALIA MIDDLE SCHOOL Sedalia 16.1 mi 6.5
PARKVIEW ELEM. Sedalia 16.2 mi 8.3
HORACE MANN ELEM. Sedalia 16.7 mi 7.9
SMITH COTTON JUNIOR HIGH SCHL Sedalia 16.9 mi 7.4
SMITHTON ELEM. Smithton 16.3 mi 7.3
SMITHTON HIGH Smithton 16.3 mi 7.0
WASHINGTON ELEM. Sedalia 17.0 mi 7.6
ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sedalia 17.0 mi 6.2
E W Thompson Sedalia 17.0 mi
SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY & HIGH SCHOOL Sedalia 17.4 mi 8.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 65325 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$58,292

Median Home Value

$184,300

Median Rent

$858/mo

Population

3,134

College Educated

20.5%

Homeownership

75.3%

Poverty Rate

10.5%

Median Age

45.6

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North Side Community School St. Louis, MO 6.5
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SHAWNEE ELEM. Chilhowee, MO 6.5
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lutheran School Association

What grades does Lutheran School Association serve?

Lutheran School Association serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Lutheran School Association?

Lutheran School Association has an enrollment of approximately 72 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lutheran School Association?

The student-teacher ratio at Lutheran School Association is 9.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Lutheran School Association rank in MO?

Lutheran School Association ranks #178 of 399 private schools in MO.

What is Lutheran School Association's MySchoolScout rating?

Lutheran School Association 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 Lutheran School Association a private school?

Yes, Lutheran School Association 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 School Association a religious school?

Lutheran School Association has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
37 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
72
Gender Split
43% M / 57% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
8
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
School Day
7.5 hours
Days Per Year
170 days
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Benton County

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