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#286 of 399 private schools in MO
River Roads Lutheran School
Elementary School
8623 CHURCH RD, St. Louis, MO 63147
Enrollment
45
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
45
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Missouri private schools
#286 of 399
In St. Louis
#62 of 74
public schools
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River Roads Lutheran School
Elementary School in St. Louis · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About River Roads Lutheran School
River Roads Lutheran School is a private elementary school in St. Louis, MO. River Roads Lutheran School serves approximately 45 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio.
River Roads Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #286 of 399 private schools in MO.
- This school 5.7 · Average
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 45 students, River Roads 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, River Roads Lutheran School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
River Roads 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 River Roads Lutheran School compares to 171 public schools serving similar grades in St. Louis, MO
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| River Roads Lutheran School (this school) | 5.7 |
| EARL NANCE SR. ELEM. | 5.6 |
| HERZOG ELEM. | 3.6 |
| DANFORTH ELEM. | 3.3 |
| EARLY CHILD. EDUCATION | 3.2 |
| ASPIRE ACADEMY | 5.1 |
| WALBRIDGE ELEM. COMMUNITY ED. | 5.3 |
| R. G. CENTRAL MIDDLE | 3.4 |
| GIBSON ELEM. | 3.7 |
| MEADOWS ELEM. | 4.5 |
| Westview Middle School | 4.7 |
| KOCH ELEM. | 3.6 |
| MOLINE ELEM. | 4.7 |
| LEWIS AND CLARK ELEM. | 4.5 |
| BARACK OBAMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.2 |
| YEATMAN-LIDDELL MIDDLE SCHOOL | 3.6 |
| ASHLAND ELEM. AND BR. | 4.8 |
| GLASGOW ELEM. | 4.0 |
| HIGHLAND ELEM. | 3.8 |
| LEXINGTON ELEM. | 3.9 |
| North Side Community School | 6.5 |
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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.
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 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
8623 CHURCH RD, St. Louis, MO 63147
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering River Roads Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FAIRVIEW PRIMARY (rated 7.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Jennings), which scores notably higher. Another option is GRACE CHAPEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 2.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, EARL NANCE SR. ELEM. (rated 5.6/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EARL NANCE SR. ELEM. St. Louis | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| DANFORTH ELEM. St. Louis | 1.1 mi | 3.3 |
| EARLY CHILD. EDUCATION St. Louis | 1.2 mi | 3.2 |
| HERZOG ELEM. St. Louis | 1.1 mi | 3.6 |
| NORTHVIEW ELEM. Jennings | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| JENNINGS HIGH Jennings | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| ASPIRE ACADEMY St. Louis | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| ROSE JOHNSON JENNINGS JR. HIGH Jennings | 1.5 mi | 3.1 |
| R. G. CENTRAL MIDDLE St. Louis | 2.0 mi | 3.4 |
| WALBRIDGE ELEM. COMMUNITY ED. St. Louis | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| GIBSON ELEM. St. Louis | 2.2 mi | 3.7 |
| GRACE CHAPEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Louis | 2.4 mi | 5.7 |
| MEADOWS ELEM. St. Louis | 2.3 mi | 4.5 |
| FAIRVIEW PRIMARY Jennings | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| FAIRVIEW INTERMEDIATE Jennings | 1.9 mi | 3.9 |
| ST LOUIS UNIFIED SCHOOL OF SDA St. Louis | 2.1 mi | — |
| Westview Middle School St. Louis | 2.3 mi | 4.7 |
| ST LOUIS CATHOLIC ACADEMY St. Louis | 2.6 mi | 5.1 |
| KENNETH C. HANRAHAN ELEM. Jennings | 2.1 mi | 4.7 |
| WOODLAND ELEM. Jennings | 2.1 mi | 3.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63147 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$39,119
Median Home Value
$70,300
Median Rent
$926/mo
Population
8,229
College Educated
11.9%
Homeownership
56%
Avg Commute
31 min
Poverty Rate
35.3%
Median Age
46.3
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Rosebud, MO | 5.7 |
| LIVINGSTON CO. ELEM. Chula, MO | 5.7 |
| LUTIE ELEM. Theodosia, MO | 5.7 |
| ST HENRY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Charleston, MO | 5.7 |
| THE CHILDREN'S SCHOOL AT STEPHENS C Columbia, MO | 5.7 |
| COLLEGE PARK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Columbia, MO | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about River Roads Lutheran School
What grades does River Roads Lutheran School serve?
River Roads Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend River Roads Lutheran School?
River Roads Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 45 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at River Roads Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at River Roads 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 River Roads Lutheran School rank in MO?
River Roads Lutheran School ranks #286 of 399 private schools in MO.
What is River Roads Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
River Roads Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is River Roads Lutheran School a private school?
Yes, River Roads Lutheran School 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 River Roads Lutheran School a religious school?
River Roads Lutheran School has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 45
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 177 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- St. Louis city
- Phone
- (314) 388-0300
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