Below Average
#359 of 399 private schools in MO
St Paul Lutheran School
Elementary School
4715 FREDERICK AVE, St. Joseph, MO 64506
Enrollment
189
Student-Teacher
18.7:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
189
Student-Teacher
18.7:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Missouri private schools
#359 of 399
In St. Joseph
#8 of 8
public schools
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St Paul Lutheran School
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About St Paul Lutheran School
St Paul Lutheran School is a private elementary school in St. Joseph, MO. St Paul Lutheran School serves approximately 189 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 18.7:1 student-teacher ratio.
St Paul Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #359 of 399 private schools in MO.
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 189 students, St Paul 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.
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 20 public schools serving similar grades in St. Joseph, MO
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Paul Lutheran School (this school) | 4.8 |
| COLEMAN ELEM. | 7.2 |
| OAK GROVE ELEM | 7.1 |
| TRUMAN MIDDLE | 3.1 |
| BODE MIDDLE | 4.0 |
| RIVERBEND TREATMENT CTR. | — |
| FIELD ELEM. | 8.5 |
| SKAITH ELEM. | 7.2 |
| EDISON ELEM. | 8.6 |
| PICKETT ELEM. | 6.8 |
| PARKWAY ELEM. | 6.3 |
| HELEN M DAVIS SCHOOL | 3.5 |
| PERSHING ELEM. | 8.3 |
| LINDBERGH ELEM. | 5.8 |
| ROBIDOUX MIDDLE | 3.4 |
| CARDEN PARK ELEM | 7.2 |
| ELLISON ELEM. | 7.4 |
| JOHN GLENN ELEM. | 8.2 |
| SPRING GARDEN MIDDLE | 6.4 |
| HYDE ELEM. | 3.9 |
| HOSEA ELEM. | 6.6 |
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
4715 FREDERICK AVE, St. Joseph, MO 64506
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Paul Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EDISON ELEM. (rated 8.6/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is FIELD ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PERSHING ELEM. (rated 8.3/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in St. Joseph, see our St. Joseph schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST JOSEPH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL St. Joseph | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| BISHOP LEBLOND St. Joseph | 1.2 mi | 9.1 |
| BISHOP LEBLOND HIGH SCHOOL St. Joseph | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| OAK GROVE ELEM St. Joseph | 1.9 mi | 7.1 |
| PRESCOTT SDA SCHOOL St. Joseph | 1.9 mi | — |
| COLEMAN ELEM. St. Joseph | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| TRUMAN MIDDLE St. Joseph | 2.2 mi | 3.1 |
| SKAITH ELEM. St. Joseph | 2.6 mi | 7.2 |
| RIVERBEND TREATMENT CTR. St. Joseph | 2.4 mi | — |
| PICKETT ELEM. St. Joseph | 2.8 mi | 6.8 |
| BODE MIDDLE St. Joseph | 2.3 mi | 4.0 |
| FIELD ELEM. St. Joseph | 2.5 mi | 8.5 |
| PARKWAY ELEM. St. Joseph | 2.8 mi | 6.3 |
| CENTRAL HIGH St. Joseph | 2.6 mi | 5.7 |
| HELEN M DAVIS SCHOOL St. Joseph | 2.9 mi | 3.5 |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL St. Joseph | 2.9 mi | 6.6 |
| EDISON ELEM. St. Joseph | 2.7 mi | 8.6 |
| PERSHING ELEM. St. Joseph | 3.3 mi | 8.3 |
| OF ST. JOSEPH St. Joseph | 3.4 mi | 7.2 |
| ROBIDOUX MIDDLE St. Joseph | 3.5 mi | 3.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64506 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,713
Median Home Value
$220,500
Median Rent
$908/mo
Population
22,107
College Educated
33.4%
Homeownership
58.8%
Avg Commute
16.2 min
Poverty Rate
14.2%
Median Age
39.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A. D. STOWELL ELEM. Hannibal, MO | 4.8 |
| ASHLAND ELEM. AND BR. St. Louis, MO | 4.8 |
| OAK RIDGE ELEM. Oak Ridge, MO | 4.8 |
| PEABODY ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 4.8 |
| PLATO ELEM. Plato, MO | 4.8 |
| BLAIR OAKS INTERMEDIATE Jefferson City, MO | 4.7 |
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 189 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Paul Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Paul Lutheran School is 18.7:1. 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 #359 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 4.8 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
- 189
- Gender Split
- 31% M / 69% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 166 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Buchanan County
- Phone
- (816) 279-1118
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