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#153 of 713 private schools in OH

Top 21% of private schools

Bethlehem Lutheran School

Elementary School

1240 S MAPLE AVE, Fairborn, OH 45324

Private

Enrollment

112

Student-Teacher

11.4:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

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#153 of 713

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Bethlehem Lutheran School

7.7/10

Elementary School in Fairborn · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Current school2024 Review details

Fairborn Intermediate School

6.0/10

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Fairborn Digital Academy

2.7/10

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About Bethlehem Lutheran School

Bethlehem Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Fairborn, OH. Bethlehem Lutheran School serves approximately 112 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Bethlehem Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #153 of 713 private schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Bethlehem Lutheran School show 69% math proficiency (2019 OST) and 94% reading/ELA proficiency (2019 OST).

How it compares1.0 pts above OH schools
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

At 112 students, Bethlehem 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.

Bethlehem 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 Bethlehem Lutheran School compares to the 5 public schools in Fairborn, OH

Student-Teacher Ratio
11.4:1
This School
vs
17.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
112
This School
vs
895
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.7
This School
vs
4.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 67% vs 0%
Asian 8.9% vs 0%
Black 6.2% vs 0%
Hispanic 2.7% vs 0%
Bethlehem Lutheran School Fairborn Public Avg

All Schools in Fairborn

School Rating
Bethlehem Lutheran School (this school) 7.7
Fairborn Intermediate School 6.0
Fairborn Digital Academy 2.7
Fairborn Primary School 4.6
Baker Middle School 5.3
Fairborn High 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

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
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B+ 7.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 7.4 / 10
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School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,196.8
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 8.7 / 10
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Diversity Index 52%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 10
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Enrollment 112
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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 68.8% (2019 OST)
School
State
36.7% (2019 OST)
ELA Proficiency 93.8% (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 67.0%
Two or More 15.2%
Asian 8.9%
Black 6.2%
Hispanic 2.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1240 S MAPLE AVE, Fairborn, OH 45324

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bethlehem Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Main Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Beavercreek), which scores notably higher. Another option is DAYTON ISLAMIC SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Beavercreek), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Trebein Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Xenia), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fairborn, see our Fairborn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Fairborn Intermediate School Fairborn 0.3 mi 6.0
Fairborn Digital Academy Fairborn 0.9 mi 2.7
Fairborn Primary School Fairborn 1.0 mi 4.6
Baker Middle School Fairborn 1.6 mi 5.3
Fairborn High School Fairborn 1.6 mi 5.2
Beavercreek City School Preschool Beavercreek 3.7 mi 4.5
Shaw Elementary School Beavercreek 4.1 mi 7.8
BEAVERCREEK CHRISTIAN LEARNING CENTER Beavercreek 4.6 mi —
BRIGHT BEGINNINGS ELEMENTARY Beavercreek 5.0 mi —
CREATIVE WORLD OF MONTESSORI BEAVERCREEK Beavercreek 5.4 mi 7.2
ST LUKE CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Beavercreek 5.4 mi 7.3
Ferguson Hall Freshman School Beavercreek 5.7 mi 5.3
Main Elementary School Beavercreek 5.7 mi 9.1
Beavercreek High School Beavercreek 5.9 mi 5.8
Jacob Coy Middle School Xenia 6.4 mi 7.4
Trebein Elementary School Xenia 6.5 mi 8.8
DAYTON ISLAMIC SCHOOL Beavercreek 6.1 mi 9.1
Park Layne Elementary School New Carlisle 6.5 mi 8.6
Saville Elementary School Dayton 5.5 mi 8.3
Beverly Gardens Elementary School Dayton 5.4 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 45324 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,861

Median Home Value

$177,700

Median Rent

$989/mo

Population

41,273

College Educated

30.2%

Homeownership

52%

Avg Commute

20.7 min

Poverty Rate

15.5%

Median Age

34.5

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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
CCMT ROSARY CATHEDRAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Toledo, OH 7.7
HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Swanton, OH 7.7
SOUTH SUBURBAN MONTESSORI Brecksville, OH 7.7
Sheffield Academy Sheffield Village, OH 7.7
Summit Academy Community School for Alternative Learn-Canton Canton, OH 7.7
Beallsville Elementary School Beallsville, OH 7.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bethlehem Lutheran School

What grades does Bethlehem Lutheran School serve?

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

How many students attend Bethlehem Lutheran School?

Bethlehem Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 112 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Bethlehem Lutheran School is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Bethlehem Lutheran School rank in OH?

Bethlehem Lutheran School ranks #153 of 713 private schools in OH.

What is Bethlehem Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bethlehem Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Bethlehem Lutheran School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bethlehem Lutheran School has 69% math proficiency (2019 OST) and 94% reading/ELA proficiency (2019 OST).

Is Bethlehem Lutheran School a private school?

Yes, Bethlehem 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 Bethlehem Lutheran School a religious school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
40 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
112
Gender Split
46% M / 54% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
10
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
176 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Greene County
Phone
(937) 878-7050

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