Very Good
#79 of 399 private schools in MO
Top 20% of private schools
Salem Lutheran School
Elementary School
5025 LAKEWOOD AVE, Affton, MO 63123
Enrollment
110
Student-Teacher
6.9:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
110
Student-Teacher
6.9:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Missouri private schools
#79 of 399
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Salem Lutheran School
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About Salem Lutheran School
Salem Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Affton, MO. Salem Lutheran School serves approximately 110 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Salem Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #79 of 399 private schools in MO.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 110 students, Salem 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 6.9:1 students to teachers, Salem Lutheran School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Salem 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.
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
5025 LAKEWOOD AVE, Affton, MO 63123
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Salem Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BUDER ELEM. (rated 8.3/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby St. Louis), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ST MARK SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby St. Louis), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, WORD OF LIFE LUTHERAN (rated 7.9/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby St. Louis), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Affton, see our Affton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BAYLESS ELEMENTARY St. Louis | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| BAYLESS SENIOR HIGH St. Louis | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| BAYLESS JUNIOR HIGH St. Louis | 0.6 mi | 7.3 |
| ST RAPHAEL THE ARCHANGEL SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| ROGERS MIDDLE St. Louis | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| AFFTON HIGH St. Louis | 1.1 mi | 4.0 |
| BUSCH MS CHARACTER ATHLETICS St. Louis | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| WORD OF LIFE LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| WORD OF LIFE LUTHERAN St. Louis | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| GATEWAY SCIENCE ACAD-SOUTH ELE St. Louis | 1.4 mi | 3.3 |
| ST MARK SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.7 mi | 8.2 |
| COMMUNITY ACCESS JOB TRAINING St. Louis | 1.9 mi | 3.8 |
| ST GABRIEL THE ARCHANGEL SCHOOL St. Louis | 2.0 mi | 5.6 |
| BIERBAUM ELEM. St. Louis | 2.0 mi | 6.4 |
| MESNIER PRIMARY SCH. St. Louis | 1.7 mi | 4.8 |
| GREEN PARK LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Louis | 2.3 mi | 5.5 |
| GOTSCH INTERMEDIATE SCH. St. Louis | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| BUDER ELEM. St. Louis | 2.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Woerner Elem St. Louis | 2.1 mi | 5.4 |
| MALLINCKRODT A.B.I. ELEM. St. Louis | 2.6 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63123 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,187
Median Home Value
$205,300
Median Rent
$987/mo
Population
49,826
College Educated
36%
Homeownership
74%
Avg Commute
23.7 min
Poverty Rate
7.4%
Median Age
41
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| FAITH LUTHERAN SCHOOL Kirksville, MO | 7.4 |
| HARDIN-CENTRAL ELEM. Hardin, MO | 7.4 |
| HOLY ROSARY Clinton, MO | 7.4 |
| JAMESTOWN C-I ELEM. Jamestown, MO | 7.4 |
| MIAMI ELEM. Amoret, MO | 7.4 |
| ST ANDREW SCHOOL Tipton, MO | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Salem Lutheran School
What grades does Salem Lutheran School serve?
Salem Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Salem Lutheran School?
Salem Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 110 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Salem Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at Salem Lutheran School is 6.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Salem Lutheran School rank in MO?
Salem Lutheran School ranks #79 of 399 private schools in MO.
What is Salem Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
Salem Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Salem Lutheran School a private school?
Yes, Salem 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 Salem Lutheran School a religious school?
Salem 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
- 110
- Gender Split
- 54% M / 46% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 174 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Louis County
- Phone
- (314) 353-9242
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