Very Good
#107 of 399 private schools in MO
Top 27% of private schools
St Paul Lutheran High School
High School
4337 SHOWPLACE DR, Farmington, MO 63640
Enrollment
64
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
7.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
64
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
7.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Missouri private schools
#107 of 399
In Farmington
#1 of 3
public schools
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About St Paul Lutheran High School
St Paul Lutheran High School is a private high school in Farmington, MO. St Paul Lutheran High School serves approximately 64 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 7.3:1 student-teacher ratio. St Paul Lutheran High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #107 of 399 private schools in MO.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 64 students, St Paul 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.
At 7.3:1 students to teachers, St Paul Lutheran High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Paul 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
BetaHow St Paul Lutheran High School compares to the 8 public schools in Farmington, MO
Student Demographics
All Schools in Farmington
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Paul Lutheran High School (this school) | 7.1 |
| JEFFERSON ELEM. | 7.0 |
| FARMINGTON SR. HIGH | 5.8 |
| TRUMAN LEARNING CENTER | 4.7 |
| WASHINGTON-FRANKLIN ELEM. | 5.1 |
| FARMINGTON MIDDLE | 8.0 |
| ROOSEVELT ELEM. | 5.2 |
| LINCOLN INTERMEDIATE | 6.0 |
| JUVENILE DETENTION CTR. | — |
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
4337 SHOWPLACE DR, Farmington, MO 63640
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Paul Lutheran High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CENTRAL HIGH (rated 7.2/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Park Hills), with a very similar rating. Another option is FARMINGTON SR. HIGH (rated 5.8/10, 1.9 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, NORTH CO. SR. HIGH (rated 5.4/10, 8.2 miles away, in nearby Bonne Terre), a more accessible option. For more schools in Farmington, see our Farmington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FARMINGTON SR. HIGH Farmington | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| JEFFERSON ELEM. Farmington | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| TRUMAN LEARNING CENTER Farmington | 2.1 mi | 4.7 |
| WASHINGTON-FRANKLIN ELEM. Farmington | 2.1 mi | 5.1 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Farmington | 2.6 mi | 6.9 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Farmington | 2.6 mi | 5.4 |
| FARMINGTON MIDDLE Farmington | 2.9 mi | 8.0 |
| ROOSEVELT ELEM. Farmington | 3.0 mi | 5.2 |
| LINCOLN INTERMEDIATE Farmington | 3.1 mi | 6.0 |
| JUVENILE DETENTION CTR. Farmington | 3.3 mi | — |
| CENTRAL MIDDLE Park Hills | 3.9 mi | 6.9 |
| SPECIAL ACRES SCHOOL Park Hills | 3.9 mi | — |
| CENTRAL HIGH Park Hills | 4.9 mi | 7.2 |
| WEST ELEM. Park Hills | 5.3 mi | 6.4 |
| CENTRAL ELEM. Park Hills | 5.7 mi | 6.2 |
| INTERMEDIATE SCH. Desloge | 6.0 mi | 5.4 |
| NORTH CO. MIDDLE Desloge | 6.1 mi | 4.9 |
| NORTH COUNTY PARKSIDE ELEM. Desloge | 6.4 mi | 3.7 |
| NORTH CO. SR. HIGH Bonne Terre | 8.2 mi | 5.4 |
| NORTH COUNTY PRIMARY Bonne Terre | 8.9 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63640 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,926
Median Home Value
$195,900
Median Rent
$857/mo
Population
28,800
College Educated
18%
Homeownership
64.5%
Avg Commute
22.2 min
Poverty Rate
15.8%
Median Age
39.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| LUTIE HIGH Theodosia, MO | 7.1 |
| MOUND CITY HIGH Mound City, MO | 7.1 |
| THE PLAZA ACADEMY Kansas City, MO | 7.1 |
| MACON CO. HIGH New Cambria, MO | 7.0 |
| MISSOURI TORAH INSTITUTE Chesterfield, MO | 7.0 |
| TINA-AVALON HIGH Tina, MO | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Paul Lutheran High School
What grades does St Paul Lutheran High School serve?
St Paul Lutheran High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend St Paul Lutheran High School?
St Paul Lutheran High School has an enrollment of approximately 64 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Paul Lutheran High School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Paul Lutheran High School is 7.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Paul Lutheran High School rank in MO?
St Paul Lutheran High School ranks #107 of 399 private schools in MO.
What is St Paul Lutheran High School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Paul Lutheran High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Paul Lutheran High School a private school?
Yes, St Paul Lutheran High 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 St Paul Lutheran High School a religious school?
St Paul Lutheran High School has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.
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Neighborhood Context
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 64
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 182 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- St. Francois County
- Phone
- (573) 756-1099
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