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#468 of 713 private schools in OH

Bethany Lutheran School

Elementary School

6041 RIDGE RD, Parma, OH 44129

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

209

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

209

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#468 of 713

In Parma

#7 of 9

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About Bethany Lutheran School

Bethany Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Parma, OH. Bethany Lutheran School serves approximately 209 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Bethany Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #468 of 713 private schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Bethany Lutheran School show 41% math proficiency (2019 OST) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (2019 OST).

How it compares0.6 pts below OH schools

6.1

This school 6.1 · Average
OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

Bethany 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

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How Bethany Lutheran School compares to 13 public schools serving similar grades in Parma, OH

Student-Teacher Ratio

15:1

This School

17.1:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

209

This School

528

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.1

This School

6.5

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 83.7% vs 0%

Black 7.2% vs 0%

Hispanic 2.4% vs 0%

Asian 1.4% vs 0%

Bethany Lutheran School Parma Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Bethany Lutheran School (this school)	—	209	15:1	6.1
Ridge-Brook Elementary School	1.2 mi	340	17:1	6.2
Thoreau Park Elementary School	1.3 mi	511	17:1	6.7
Global Village Academy	1.3 mi	240	21.8:1	7.3
Constellation Schools: Parma Community	1.4 mi	1,259	20:1	5.1
Summit Academy Community School-Parma	1.9 mi	113	8.7:1	5.9
Shiloh Middle School	1.9 mi	787	17.9:1	5.3
Greenbriar Middle School	2.0 mi	1,028	17.1:1	6.2
John Muir Elementary School	2.1 mi	484	17.9:1	6.1
Dentzler Elementary School	2.2 mi	454	18.2:1	7.9
Pleasant Valley Elementary School	2.5 mi	907	18.5:1	6.7
Huber Heights Preparatory Academy dba Parma Academy	2.6 mi	172	19.1:1	7.1
Green Valley Elementary School	3.2 mi	358	18.8:1	7.9
First Step Preschool	3.4 mi	208	10.4:1	5.7

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

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

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 OH.

Classroom Attention

B- 4.7 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 15:1

Instructional Commitment

B 5.6 / 10

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School Day Length 6.7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,139

Diversity & Inclusion

B+ 7.0 / 10

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Diversity Index 27%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.3 / 10

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Enrollment 209

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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 OH

Test Scores OH OST (2018-19)

Math Proficiency 40.9% (2019 OST)

School

State

36.7% (2019 OST)

ELA Proficiency 50.0% (2019 OST)

School

State

48.8% (2019 OST)

Based on 2 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 83.7%

Black 7.2%

Hispanic 2.4%

Two or More 2.4%

Asian 1.4%

Native American 1.4%

Pacific Islander 1.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

6041 RIDGE RD, Parma, OH 44129

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bethany Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dentzler Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Global Village Academy (rated 7.3/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PARMA HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.2/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Parma Heights), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Parma, see our Parma schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
ST CHARLES SCHOOL Parma	0.3 mi	349	5.7
Parma Virtual Learning Academy Parma	0.8 mi	41	—
Ridge-Brook Elementary School Parma	1.2 mi	340	6.2
Thoreau Park Elementary School Parma	1.3 mi	511	6.7
Constellation Schools: Parma Community Parma	1.4 mi	1,259	5.1
PARMA HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Parma Heights	1.3 mi	121	7.2
Global Village Academy Parma	1.3 mi	240	7.3
ST ANTHONY OF PADUA SCHOOL Parma	1.6 mi	221	5.8
Old Brook High School Cleveland	2.0 mi	411	3.7
Cleveland Preparatory Academy Cleveland	2.0 mi	121	2.6
William Rainey Harper Cleveland	2.1 mi	419	3.8
Valley Forge High School Parma Heights	2.1 mi	1,452	5.4
Rhodes College and Career Academy Cleveland	2.3 mi	524	4.1
Rhodes School of Environmental Studies Cleveland	2.3 mi	356	3.5
Dentzler Elementary School Parma	2.2 mi	454	7.9
Summit Academy Community School-Parma Parma	1.9 mi	113	5.9
Brooklyn High School Brooklyn	2.4 mi	474	5.3
Brooklyn School Brooklyn	2.4 mi	646	5.1
Shiloh Middle School Parma	1.9 mi	787	5.3
Pleasant Valley Elementary School Parma	2.5 mi	907	6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44129 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$67,619

Median Home Value

$150,400

Median Rent

$1,024/mo

Population

28,607

College Educated

23.5%

Homeownership

71.4%

Avg Commute

24 min

Poverty Rate

9.7%

Median Age

40.3

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COLUMBUS ADVENTIST ACADEMY Columbus, OH	150	6.1
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Independence Elementary School Lima, OH	269	6.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bethany Lutheran School

What grades does Bethany Lutheran School serve?

Bethany Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Bethany Lutheran School?

Bethany Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 209 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Bethany Lutheran School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Bethany Lutheran School rank in OH?

Bethany Lutheran School ranks #468 of 713 private schools in OH.

What is Bethany Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bethany Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Bethany Lutheran School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bethany Lutheran School has 41% math proficiency (2019 OST) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (2019 OST).

Is Bethany Lutheran School a private school?

Yes, Bethany 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 Bethany Lutheran School a religious school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 60 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score: 32 Some Transit
Bike Score: 48 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 209
Gender Split: 48% M / 52% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
Teachers (FTE): 14
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
School Day: 6.7 hours
Days Per Year: 170 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Cuyahoga County
Phone: (440) 884-1010

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