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#316 of 399 private schools in MO
St Paul Lutheran School
Elementary School
608 E COLUMBIA ST, Farmington, MO 63640
Enrollment
221
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
221
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Missouri private schools
#316 of 399
In Farmington
#3 of 3
public schools
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About St Paul Lutheran School
St Paul Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Farmington, MO. St Paul Lutheran School serves approximately 221 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St Paul Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #316 of 399 private schools in MO.
- This school 5.4 · Average
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
St Paul 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 St Paul Lutheran School compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Farmington, MO
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Paul Lutheran School (this school) | 5.4 |
| FARMINGTON MIDDLE | 8.0 |
| ROOSEVELT ELEM. | 5.2 |
| LINCOLN INTERMEDIATE | 6.0 |
| WASHINGTON-FRANKLIN ELEM. | 5.1 |
| TRUMAN LEARNING CENTER | 4.7 |
| JUVENILE DETENTION CTR. | — |
| JEFFERSON ELEM. | 7.0 |
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
608 E COLUMBIA ST, Farmington, MO 63640
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Paul Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JEFFERSON ELEM. (rated 7.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST JOSEPH SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WEST ELEM. (rated 6.4/10, 7.9 miles away, in nearby Park Hills), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Farmington, see our Farmington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Farmington | 0.1 mi | 6.9 |
| FARMINGTON MIDDLE Farmington | 0.3 mi | 8.0 |
| ROOSEVELT ELEM. Farmington | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| LINCOLN INTERMEDIATE Farmington | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| WASHINGTON-FRANKLIN ELEM. Farmington | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| TRUMAN LEARNING CENTER Farmington | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| JUVENILE DETENTION CTR. Farmington | 0.8 mi | — |
| JEFFERSON ELEM. Farmington | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| FARMINGTON SR. HIGH Farmington | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Farmington | 2.6 mi | 7.1 |
| CENTRAL MIDDLE Park Hills | 6.5 mi | 6.9 |
| SPECIAL ACRES SCHOOL Park Hills | 6.5 mi | — |
| CENTRAL HIGH Park Hills | 7.5 mi | 7.2 |
| WEST ELEM. Park Hills | 7.9 mi | 6.4 |
| CENTRAL ELEM. Park Hills | 8.3 mi | 6.2 |
| INTERMEDIATE SCH. Desloge | 8.6 mi | 5.4 |
| NORTH CO. MIDDLE Desloge | 8.7 mi | 4.9 |
| NORTH COUNTY PARKSIDE ELEM. Desloge | 9.0 mi | 3.7 |
| NORTH CO. SR. HIGH Bonne Terre | 10.7 mi | 5.4 |
| NORTH COUNTY PRIMARY Bonne Terre | 11.5 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 |
|---|---|
| BILLINGS ELEM. Billings, MO | 5.4 |
| BRYANT ELEM. Independence, MO | 5.4 |
| GEORGE M. NULL ELEM. St. Charles, MO | 5.4 |
| MOMENTUM ACAD TOWER GROVE EAST St. Louis, MO | 5.4 |
| SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Eureka, MO | 5.4 |
| TWO MILE PRAIRIE ELEM. Columbia, MO | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Paul Lutheran School
What grades does St Paul Lutheran School serve?
St Paul Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Paul Lutheran School?
St Paul Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 221 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Paul Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Paul Lutheran School is 15.5:1. 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 School rank in MO?
St Paul Lutheran School ranks #316 of 399 private schools in MO.
What is St Paul Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Paul Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 School a private school?
Yes, St Paul 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 St Paul Lutheran School a religious school?
St Paul 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
- 221
- Gender Split
- 45% M / 55% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 7.3 hours
- Days Per Year
- 169 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- St. Francois County
- Phone
- (573) 756-5147
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