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#21 of 38 private schools in ND

Grace Lutheran School

Elementary School

1025 14TH AVE S, Fargo, ND 58103

Private

Enrollment

67

Student-Teacher

9.7:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

North Dakota private schools

#21 of 38

In Fargo

#4 of 6

public schools

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Grace Lutheran School

6.2/10

Elementary School in Fargo · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.6/10

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5.2/10

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About Grace Lutheran School

Grace Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Fargo, ND. Grace Lutheran School serves approximately 67 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Grace Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #21 of 38 private schools in ND.

How it comparesOn par with ND schools
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • ND avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 67 students, Grace 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 9.7:1 students to teachers, Grace Lutheran School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Grace 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

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How Grace Lutheran School compares to 24 public schools serving similar grades in Fargo, ND

Student-Teacher Ratio
9.7:1
This School
vs
11.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
67
This School
vs
418
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.2
This School
vs
6.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 92.5% vs 0%
Black 3% vs 0%
Hispanic 1.5% vs 0%
Asian 1.5% vs 0%
Grace Lutheran School Fargo Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Grace Lutheran School (this school) 6.2
CLARA BARTON HAWTHORNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.6
EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION SCHOOL 5.2
CARL BEN EIELSON MIDDLE SCHOOL 5.9
FARGO K-8 VIRTUAL ACADEMY
LEWIS AND CLARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 4.2
EXPLORER ACADEMY
LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 4.1
JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 2.5
HORACE MANN ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 4.6
ED CLAPP ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 5.4
EAGLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 8.1
MADISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 2.6
BEN FRANKLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL 6.5
DISCOVERY MIDDLE SCHOOL 7.6
WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 6.6
CENTENNIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 5.3
WILLOW PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 5.4
MCKINLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 4.2
LONGFELLOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 9.0
KENNEDY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 6.8

Showing 20 of 24 schools. View all schools in Fargo

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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 ND.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A- 7.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 6.3 / 10
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School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,190
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 4.4 / 10
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Diversity Index 12%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.4 / 10
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Enrollment 67
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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 ND

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 92.5%
Black 3.0%
Hispanic 1.5%
Asian 1.5%
Native American 1.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1025 14TH AVE S, Fargo, ND 58103

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Grace Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EAGLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CLARA BARTON HAWTHORNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Moorhead), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fargo, see our Fargo schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
CLARA BARTON HAWTHORNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fargo 0.3 mi 7.6
EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION SCHOOL Fargo 0.5 mi 5.2
DAKOTA HIGH SCHOOL Fargo 0.5 mi 5.4
FARGO K-8 VIRTUAL ACADEMY Fargo 0.6 mi
FARGO 9-12 VIRTUAL ACADEMY Fargo 0.6 mi 3.9
CARL BEN EIELSON MIDDLE SCHOOL Fargo 0.5 mi 5.9
LEWIS AND CLARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fargo 0.7 mi 4.2
EXPLORER ACADEMY Fargo 0.8 mi
LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fargo 1.0 mi 4.1
SOUTH HIGH SCHOOL Fargo 0.8 mi 6.9
JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fargo 1.0 mi 2.5
CHILDREN'S MONTESSORI CENTER Fargo 2.0 mi
HORACE MANN ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fargo 2.0 mi 4.6
DAKOTA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Fargo 1.6 mi 4.6
OAK GROVE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fargo 2.0 mi 7.3
EAGLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fargo 2.3 mi 8.1
ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Moorhead 1.7 mi 7.6
ELLEN HOPKINS ELEMENTARY Moorhead 1.7 mi 6.9
BEN FRANKLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Fargo 2.5 mi 6.5
HOLY SPIRIT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fargo 2.5 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 58103 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,699

Median Home Value

$239,200

Median Rent

$831/mo

Population

48,520

College Educated

36.8%

Homeownership

41.8%

Avg Commute

15.6 min

Poverty Rate

12.4%

Median Age

35.1

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
MUNICH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Munich, ND 6.2
HAZELTON-MOFFIT-BRADDOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hazelton, ND 6.4
TRINITY ELEMENTARY EAST Dickinson, ND 6.0
WARWICK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Warwick, ND 6.4
GACKLE-STREETER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gackle, ND 6.5
MARTIN LUTHER SCHOOL Bismarck, ND 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Grace Lutheran School

What grades does Grace Lutheran School serve?

Grace Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Grace Lutheran School?

Grace Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 67 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Grace Lutheran School?

The student-teacher ratio at Grace Lutheran School is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Grace Lutheran School rank in ND?

Grace Lutheran School ranks #21 of 38 private schools in ND.

What is Grace Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?

Grace 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 Grace Lutheran School a private school?

Yes, Grace 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 Grace Lutheran School a religious school?

Grace Lutheran School has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
72 Very Walkable
Transit Score
27 Some Transit
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
67
Gender Split
46% M / 54% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
7
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
Cass County

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