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#231 of 399 private schools in MO
St Pauls Lutheran School
Elementary School
701 S MASSACHUSETTS AVE, Sedalia, MO 65301
Enrollment
40
Student-Teacher
6.9:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
40
Student-Teacher
6.9:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Missouri private schools
#231 of 399
In Sedalia
#3 of 3
public schools
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St Pauls Lutheran School
Elementary School in Sedalia · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Pauls Lutheran School
St Pauls Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Sedalia, MO. St Pauls Lutheran School serves approximately 40 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6.9:1 student-teacher ratio. St Pauls Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #231 of 399 private schools in MO.
- This school 6.2 · Average
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 40 students, St Pauls 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, St Pauls Lutheran School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Pauls 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 Pauls Lutheran School compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Sedalia, MO
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Pauls Lutheran School (this school) | 6.2 |
| SMITH COTTON JUNIOR HIGH SCHL | 7.4 |
| WASHINGTON ELEM. | 7.6 |
| SEDALIA MIDDLE SCHOOL | 6.5 |
| HORACE MANN ELEM. | 7.9 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR. | 4.7 |
| PARKVIEW ELEM. | 8.3 |
| HEBER HUNT ELEM. | 5.2 |
| E W Thompson | — |
| SKYLINE ELEM. | 7.7 |
| PETTIS CO. ELEM. | 6.9 |
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
701 S MASSACHUSETTS AVE, Sedalia, MO 65301
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Pauls Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PARKVIEW ELEM. (rated 8.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HORACE MANN ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LA MONTE ELEM. (rated 7.8/10, 11.4 miles away, in nearby La Monte), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sedalia, see our Sedalia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SMITH COTTON JUNIOR HIGH SCHL Sedalia | 0.1 mi | 7.4 |
| SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY & HIGH SCHOOL Sedalia | 0.5 mi | 8.6 |
| WASHINGTON ELEM. Sedalia | 0.6 mi | 7.6 |
| SEDALIA MIDDLE SCHOOL Sedalia | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR. Sedalia | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| HORACE MANN ELEM. Sedalia | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| PARKVIEW ELEM. Sedalia | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| HEBER HUNT ELEM. Sedalia | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| SKYLINE ELEM. Sedalia | 2.3 mi | 7.7 |
| E W Thompson Sedalia | 2.2 mi | — |
| SMITH-COTTON HIGH SCHOOL Sedalia | 2.8 mi | 6.3 |
| APPLEWOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sedalia | 5.5 mi | 6.5 |
| PETTIS CO. ELEM. Sedalia | 6.7 mi | 6.9 |
| SMITHTON ELEM. Smithton | 7.4 mi | 7.3 |
| SMITHTON HIGH Smithton | 7.4 mi | 7.0 |
| NORTHWEST HIGH Hughesville | 10.3 mi | 8.2 |
| LA MONTE HIGH La Monte | 11.4 mi | 7.2 |
| LA MONTE ELEM. La Monte | 11.4 mi | 7.8 |
| GREEN RIDGE ELEM. Green Ridge | 11.6 mi | 7.0 |
| GREEN RIDGE HIGH Green Ridge | 11.6 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,906
Median Home Value
$159,700
Median Rent
$865/mo
Population
35,347
College Educated
18.8%
Homeownership
67.1%
Avg Commute
18.3 min
Poverty Rate
14.3%
Median Age
36.9
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|---|---|
| INTERNATIONAL SCHOOLHOUSE St. Louis, MO | 6.2 |
| LATHAM ELEM. Latham, MO | 6.2 |
| ST IGNATIUS LOYOLA SCHOOL Marthasville, MO | 6.2 |
| STORMAN LIONS LEADERSHIP ACADEMY St. Louis, MO | 6.2 |
| WINDSOR STREET MONTESSORI SCHL Columbia, MO | 6.2 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Montgomery City, MO | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Pauls Lutheran School
What grades does St Pauls Lutheran School serve?
St Pauls Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Pauls Lutheran School?
St Pauls Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 40 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Pauls Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Pauls 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 St Pauls Lutheran School rank in MO?
St Pauls Lutheran School ranks #231 of 399 private schools in MO.
What is St Pauls Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Pauls Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Pauls Lutheran School a private school?
Yes, St Pauls 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 Pauls Lutheran School a religious school?
St Pauls 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
- 40
- Gender Split
- 35% M / 65% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 161 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Pettis County
- Phone
- (660) 826-1925
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