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#98 of 143 private schools in NE
St John Lutheran School
Elementary School
877 N COLUMBIA AVE, Seward, NE 68434
Enrollment
171
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
171
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Nebraska private schools
#98 of 143
In Seward
#2 of 2
public schools
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About St John Lutheran School
St John Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Seward, NE. St John Lutheran School serves approximately 171 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. St John Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #98 of 143 private schools in NE.
- This school 5.7 · Average
- NE avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 171 students, St John 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 John 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 John Lutheran School compares to the 3 public schools in Seward, NE
Student Demographics
All Schools in Seward
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St John Lutheran School (this school) | 5.7 |
| SEWARD HIGH SCHOOL | 7.5 |
| SEWARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.8 |
| SEWARD MIDDLE SCHOOL | 8.8 |
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 NE.
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 NE
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
877 N COLUMBIA AVE, Seward, NE 68434
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St John Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AT DWIGHT (rated 9.4/10, 12.3 miles away, in nearby Dwight), which scores notably higher. Another option is SEWARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AT BRAINARD (rated 8.8/10, 19.0 miles away, in nearby Brainard), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Seward, see our Seward schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SEWARD HIGH SCHOOL Seward | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| ST VINCENT DEPAUL SCHOOL Seward | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| SEWARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Seward | 0.6 mi | 8.8 |
| SEWARD MIDDLE SCHOOL Seward | 1.0 mi | 8.8 |
| OUR REDEEMER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Staplehurst | 5.8 mi | 4.7 |
| MILFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Milford | 9.8 mi | 7.5 |
| MILFORD HIGH SCHOOL Milford | 10.0 mi | 8.1 |
| ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AT DWIGHT Dwight | 12.3 mi | 9.4 |
| MALCOLM JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Malcolm | 11.7 mi | 7.5 |
| MALCOLM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Malcolm | 11.7 mi | 8.0 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Utica | 13.2 mi | 5.4 |
| CENTENNIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Utica | 13.6 mi | 8.1 |
| CENTENNIAL JR-SR HIGH SCHOOL Utica | 13.6 mi | 7.4 |
| CENTENNIAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Utica | 13.6 mi | 6.8 |
| DORCHESTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dorchester | 18.4 mi | 5.4 |
| DORCHESTER HIGH SCHOOL Dorchester | 18.4 mi | 5.9 |
| ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AT BRAINARD Brainard | 19.0 mi | 8.8 |
| HIGH SCHOOL AT BRAINARD Brainard | 19.0 mi | 7.6 |
| ARNOLD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln | 16.2 mi | 4.1 |
| ELEMENTARY SCH AT VALPARAISO Valparaiso | 17.9 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 68434 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$78,064
Median Home Value
$259,900
Median Rent
$998/mo
Population
9,032
College Educated
37.3%
Homeownership
65%
Avg Commute
18.8 min
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Median Age
34.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ANSELMO-MERNA ELEMENTARY-MERNA Merna, NE | 5.7 |
| HARVARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Harvard, NE | 5.7 |
| HEMINGFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hemingford, NE | 5.7 |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL Omaha, NE | 5.7 |
| AQUINAS CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL David City, NE | 5.8 |
| MEAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mead, NE | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St John Lutheran School
What grades does St John Lutheran School serve?
St John Lutheran School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St John Lutheran School?
St John Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 171 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St John Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at St John Lutheran School is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St John Lutheran School rank in NE?
St John Lutheran School ranks #98 of 143 private schools in NE.
What is St John Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
St John Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St John Lutheran School a private school?
Yes, St John 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 John Lutheran School a religious school?
St John Lutheran School has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 171
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 7.1 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Seward County
- Phone
- (402) 643-4535
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