Below Average
#130 of 143 private schools in NE
St Pauls Lutheran School
Elementary School
108 E HWY 4, Plymouth, NE 68424
Enrollment
61
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
61
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#130 of 143
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St Pauls Lutheran School
Elementary School in Plymouth · 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 Plymouth, NE. St Pauls Lutheran School serves approximately 61 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. St Pauls Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #130 of 143 private schools in NE.
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- NE avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 61 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.
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.
St Pauls 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.
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
108 E HWY 4, Plymouth, NE 68424
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Pauls Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DILLER-ODELL ELEM SCHOOL (rated 9.3/10, 13.7 miles away, in nearby Diller), which scores notably higher. Another option is CRETE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 21.9 miles away, in nearby Crete), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TRI COUNTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Dewitt), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Plymouth, see our Plymouth schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 21.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TRI COUNTY JR-SR HIGH SCHOOL Dewitt | 4.4 mi | 7.9 |
| TRI COUNTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dewitt | 4.4 mi | 8.5 |
| ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AT WILBER Wilber | 11.7 mi | 5.9 |
| WILBER-CLATONIA HIGH SCHOOL Wilber | 11.7 mi | 6.9 |
| WILBER-CLATONIA MIDDLE SCHOOL Wilber | 11.7 mi | 5.6 |
| DILLER-ODELL ELEM SCHOOL Diller | 13.7 mi | 9.3 |
| BEATRICE COMMUNITY PRESCHOOL Beatrice | 12.0 mi | 3.2 |
| FAIRBURY JR-SR HIGH SCHOOL Fairbury | 14.6 mi | 6.3 |
| JEFFERSON INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Fairbury | 14.8 mi | 5.8 |
| BEATRICE MIDDLE SCHOOL Beatrice | 13.0 mi | 5.0 |
| ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Beatrice | 13.1 mi | 5.9 |
| STODDARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Beatrice | 13.3 mi | 4.0 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fairbury | 15.2 mi | 6.8 |
| PADDOCK LANE SCHOOL Beatrice | 13.6 mi | 3.5 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Beatrice | 14.1 mi | 7.0 |
| ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Beatrice | 14.2 mi | 5.5 |
| BEATRICE HIGH SCHOOL Beatrice | 15.1 mi | 5.3 |
| DILLER-ODELL SECONDARY SCHOOL Odell | 20.2 mi | 7.8 |
| CRETE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Crete | 21.9 mi | 9.2 |
| CRETE PRESCHOOL Crete | 21.9 mi | 3.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 68424 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,667
Median Home Value
$144,300
Median Rent
$788/mo
Population
747
College Educated
25.4%
Homeownership
82.8%
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Median Age
46
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CODY-KILGORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kilgore, NE | 4.7 |
| MINATARE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Minatare, NE | 4.7 |
| OUR REDEEMER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Staplehurst, NE | 4.7 |
| ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Atkinson, NE | 4.7 |
| WHEELER CENTRAL ELEMENTARY #45 Bartlett, NE | 4.6 |
| GETHSEMANE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Omaha, NE | 4.9 |
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 61 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Pauls Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Pauls 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 Pauls Lutheran School rank in NE?
St Pauls Lutheran School ranks #130 of 143 private schools in NE.
What is St Pauls Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Pauls Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Pauls Lutheran School a private school?
Yes, St Pauls Lutheran School is a private coeducational school with a Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran 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 Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 61
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Jefferson County
- Phone
- (402) 656-4465
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