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#111 of 143 private schools in NE
St Paul Lutheran School
Elementary School
1100 D ST, Utica, NE 68456
Enrollment
63
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
63
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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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 Utica, NE. St Paul Lutheran School serves approximately 63 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. St Paul Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #111 of 143 private schools in NE.
- This school 5.4 · Average
- NE avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 63 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.
St Paul Lutheran School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow St Paul Lutheran School compares to the 3 public schools in Utica, NE
Student Demographics
All Schools in Utica
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Paul Lutheran School (this school) | 5.4 |
| CENTENNIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.1 |
| CENTENNIAL JR-SR HIGH SCHOOL | 7.4 |
| CENTENNIAL MIDDLE SCHOOL | 6.8 |
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.
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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
1100 D ST, Utica, NE 68456
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Paul Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FRIEND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 16.9 miles away, in nearby Friend), which scores notably higher. Another option is SEWARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 13.4 miles away, in nearby Seward), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CENTENNIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Utica, see our Utica schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CENTENNIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Utica | 0.4 mi | 8.1 |
| CENTENNIAL JR-SR HIGH SCHOOL Utica | 0.4 mi | 7.4 |
| CENTENNIAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Utica | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Waco | 6.0 mi | — |
| NEBRASKA EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Waco | 6.0 mi | 6.9 |
| OUR REDEEMER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Staplehurst | 10.6 mi | 4.7 |
| YORK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL York | 11.8 mi | 5.9 |
| PRESCHOOL LEARNING ACADEMY York | 11.8 mi | 3.0 |
| YORK MIDDLE SCHOOL York | 12.1 mi | 6.9 |
| YORK HIGH SCHOOL York | 12.4 mi | 6.4 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL York | 12.8 mi | 7.4 |
| SEWARD HIGH SCHOOL Seward | 13.0 mi | 7.5 |
| FRIEND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Friend | 16.9 mi | 9.0 |
| FRIEND HIGH SCHOOLS Friend | 16.9 mi | 7.2 |
| ST VINCENT DEPAUL SCHOOL Seward | 13.2 mi | 6.4 |
| EMMANUEL-FAITH LUTHERAN SCHOOL York | 13.2 mi | 5.4 |
| ST JOHN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Seward | 13.2 mi | 5.7 |
| SEWARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Seward | 13.4 mi | 8.8 |
| SEWARD MIDDLE SCHOOL Seward | 13.7 mi | 8.8 |
| EXETER-MILLIGAN HIGH SCHOOL Exeter | 18.0 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 68456 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,960
Median Home Value
$190,900
Median Rent
$910/mo
Population
1,392
College Educated
26.9%
Homeownership
75.7%
Avg Commute
18.5 min
Poverty Rate
6.8%
Median Age
36.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DUAL LANGUAGE SCHOOL Schuyler, NE | 5.5 |
| ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AT HALSEY Halsey, NE | 5.5 |
| ST LUDGER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Creighton, NE | 5.5 |
| ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Beatrice, NE | 5.5 |
| ST MARK EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Lincoln, NE | 5.3 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH & SCHOOL Lincoln, NE | 5.6 |
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 63 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Paul Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Paul Lutheran School is 10:1. 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 NE?
St Paul Lutheran School ranks #111 of 143 private schools in NE.
What is St Paul Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Paul Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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
- 63
- Gender Split
- 44% M / 56% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 6.9 hours
- Days Per Year
- 179 days
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Seward County
- Phone
- (402) 534-2121
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