Below Average
#958 of 992 private schools in NY
Grace Lutheran School
Elementary School
400 HEMPSTEAD AVE, Malverne, NY 11565
Enrollment
280
Student-Teacher
36.8:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
280
Student-Teacher
36.8:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#958 of 992
In Malverne
#2 of 2
public schools
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Grace Lutheran School
Elementary School in Malverne · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Grace Lutheran School
Grace Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Malverne, NY. Grace Lutheran School serves approximately 280 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 36.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Grace Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #958 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Grace Lutheran School runs 36.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
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
BetaHow Grace Lutheran School compares to the 3 public schools in Malverne, NY
Student Demographics
All Schools in Malverne
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Grace Lutheran School (this school) | 4.2 |
| MAURICE W DOWNING PRIMARY SCHOOL | 8.9 |
| MALVERNE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL | 8.4 |
| HOWARD T HERBER MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5.2 |
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 NY.
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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 NY
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
400 HEMPSTEAD AVE, Malverne, NY 11565
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Grace Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MAURICE W DOWNING PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WATSON SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Rockville Centre), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WEST END SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Lynbrook), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Malverne, see our Malverne schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11565 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$145,290
Median Home Value
$628,500
Median Rent
$1,861/mo
Population
8,908
College Educated
56.4%
Homeownership
95.2%
Avg Commute
34.7 min
Poverty Rate
5.5%
Median Age
44.7
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|---|---|
| BOYLE ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station, NY | 4.2 |
| CHAMBERS SCHOOL Kingston, NY | 4.2 |
| CONNOLLY SCHOOL Glen Cove, NY | 4.2 |
| EAST NEW YORK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Brooklyn, NY | 4.2 |
| HARMONY HILL SCHOOL Cohoes, NY | 4.2 |
| HAROLD O BRUMSTED ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Holland, NY | 4.2 |
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 6th.
How many students attend Grace Lutheran School?
Grace Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 280 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Grace Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at Grace Lutheran School is 36.8:1. 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 NY?
Grace Lutheran School ranks #958 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Grace Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
Grace Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Evangelical Lutheran Church in America 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 Evangelical Lutheran Church in America religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 280
- Gender Split
- 15% M / 85% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 36.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Evangelical Lutheran Church in America
- School Day
- 6.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Phone
- (516) 599-6557
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