Below Average

#133 of 143 private schools in NE

Messiah Lutheran School

Elementary School

1800 S 84TH ST, Lincoln, NE 68506

Last updated: May 2026

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NE statewide data. Learn more

Enrollment

153

Student-Teacher

14.4:1

Score

4.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Enrollment

153

Student-Teacher

14.4:1

Score

4.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated
2021-22

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Lincoln

#16 of 16

public schools

Nebraska elementary schools

#90 of 100

About Messiah Lutheran School

Messiah Lutheran School is a small elementary school located in Lincoln, Nebraska. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade, the school has an enrollment of 153 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14.4:1 with eleven full-time equivalent teachers. Despite its positive community presence, Messiah Lutheran School's academic performance is currently ranked at 3.8 out of 10 by MySchoolScout, placing it in the 18th percentile among Nebraska schools.

The school focuses on providing a supportive learning environment for young students and encourages their overall development. Messiah Lutheran School is situated in a large city setting within Lincoln, offering its students access to various resources and activities typical of an urban area.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 153 students, Messiah Lutheran School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

As a private school, Messiah Lutheran School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Messiah Lutheran School compares to 46 public schools serving similar grades in Lincoln, NE

Student-Teacher Ratio

14.4:1

This School

13.6:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

153

This School

423

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

4.3

This School

5.9

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 94.8% vs 0%

Black 0.7% vs 0%

Messiah Lutheran School Lincoln Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Messiah Lutheran School (this school)	—	153	14.4:1	4.3
PYRTLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	0.9 mi	450	14.1:1	6.4
MORLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.1 mi	364	14:1	5.6
EASTRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.9 mi	279	15.5:1	5.2
HOLMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.2 mi	387	13.3:1	5.6
MAXEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.3 mi	665	15.1:1	7.9
ROBINSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.6 mi	348	13.4:1	6.2
INFANT TODDLER AT BRYAN COMMUNITY SCHOOL	2.8 mi	8	4:1	—
ECSE - HOMEBASED	2.8 mi	510	34:1	5.2
CALVERT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.0 mi	336	14:1	6.5
KAHOA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.0 mi	436	15:1	5.9
ZEMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.0 mi	379	13.5:1	6.2
BROWNELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.1 mi	335	12.9:1	5.7
RILEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.2 mi	276	12:1	4.8
RANDOLPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.3 mi	450	11.8:1	5.0
KLOEFKORN ELEMENTARY	3.5 mi	495	16.5:1	6.3
INFANT TODDLER AT LINCOLN NORTHEAST HIGH SCHOOL	3.5 mi	2	2:1	—
SHERIDAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.8 mi	372	14.3:1	7.6
ROUSSEAU ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.8 mi	558	13.9:1	7.6
PERSHING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.9 mi	436	11.5:1	5.3
HARTLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	4.0 mi	333	10.1:1	5.9

Showing 20 of 46 schools. View all schools in Lincoln

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

Score Breakdown

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 NE.

Classroom Attention

C+ 3.7 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 14.4:1

Instructional Commitment

C- 1.5 / 10

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School Day Length 6.2 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,041.6

Diversity & Inclusion

C+ 4.3 / 10

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Diversity Index 8%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.2 / 10

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Enrollment 153

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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 NE

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 94.8%

Two or More 3.3%

Native American 1.3%

Black 0.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1800 S 84TH ST, Lincoln, NE 68506

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Messiah Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MAXEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST JOSEPH SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PYRTLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lincoln, see our Lincoln schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Lincoln	0.4 mi	410	6.5
PYRTLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln	0.9 mi	450	6.4
LUX MIDDLE SCHOOL Lincoln	1.0 mi	808	6.2
LINCOLN EAST HIGH SCHOOL Lincoln	1.1 mi	2,078	7.7
MORLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln	1.1 mi	364	5.6
CHILDREN'S CIRCLE MONTESSORI Lincoln	1.5 mi	7	—
ST JOHN THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lincoln	2.0 mi	320	5.8
PIUS X HIGH SCHOOL Lincoln	1.8 mi	1,087	5.4
EASTRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln	1.9 mi	279	5.2
MAXEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln	2.3 mi	665	7.9
ROBINSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln	2.6 mi	348	6.2
HOLMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln	2.2 mi	387	5.6
KAHOA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln	3.0 mi	436	5.9
COLLEGE VIEW ACADEMY Lincoln	2.6 mi	219	7.1
LEFLER MIDDLE SCHOOL Lincoln	2.5 mi	611	5.3
FAITH LUTHERAN SCHOOL Lincoln	3.4 mi	105	6.0
LINCOLN LUTHERAN MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL Lincoln	2.9 mi	309	5.8
MICKLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Lincoln	3.3 mi	702	6.8
TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH & SCHOOL Lincoln	3.0 mi	82	5.6
BROWNELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln	3.1 mi	335	5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 68506 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,501

Median Home Value

$245,200

Median Rent

$1,147/mo

Population

27,909

College Educated

45.2%

Homeownership

63.8%

Avg Commute

17.4 min

Poverty Rate

8.8%

Median Age

40.7

Community Profile

The community surrounding Messiah Lutheran School has a median household income of $70,501. It is a well-educated community where 45% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $245,200, with a median rent of $1,147/month. The local poverty rate of 8.8% is relatively low. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 17 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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

School	Enrollment	Rating
CONCORDIA ACADEMY Omaha, NE	167	4.3
MEAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mead, NE	157	4.2
SHELTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Shelton, NE	171	4.2
MAYWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Maywood, NE	110	4.4
SO PLATTE ELEM AT BIG SPRINGS Big Springs, NE	111	4.4
ELWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elwood, NE	108	4.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Messiah Lutheran School

What grades does Messiah Lutheran School serve?

Messiah Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Messiah Lutheran School?

Messiah Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 153 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Messiah Lutheran School is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Messiah Lutheran School rank in NE?

Messiah Lutheran School is ranked #133 out of 143 private schools in NE.

What is Messiah Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?

Messiah Lutheran School has a composite rating of 4.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Messiah Lutheran School a private school?

Yes, Messiah 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 Messiah Lutheran School a religious school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety: High (2,817/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Lincoln). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment: 153
Gender Split: 49% M / 51% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 14.4:1
Teachers (FTE): 11
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
School Day: 6.2 hours
Days Per Year: 168 days
Setting: Large City
County: LANCASTER
Phone: (402) 489-3024
Data Year: 2022–2023

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