Very Good
#115 of 713 private schools in OH
Top 16% of private schools
Our Shepherd Lutheran School
Elementary School
508 MENTOR AVE, Painesville, OH 44077
Enrollment
96
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
96
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Ohio private schools
#115 of 713
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Our Shepherd Lutheran School
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About Our Shepherd Lutheran School
Our Shepherd Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Painesville, OH. Our Shepherd Lutheran School serves approximately 96 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Our Shepherd Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #115 of 713 private schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Our Shepherd Lutheran School show 38% math proficiency (2019 OST) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (2019 OST).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
At 96 students, Our Shepherd 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.
At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Our Shepherd Lutheran School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Our Shepherd 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 Our Shepherd Lutheran School compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Painesville, OH
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Our Shepherd Lutheran School (this school) | 7.9 |
| Maple Elementary School | 6.2 |
| Heritage Middle School | 4.8 |
| Chestnut Elementary School | 7.2 |
| Buckeye Elementary School | 7.4 |
| Elm Street Elementary School | 5.8 |
| Riverview Elementary School | 7.2 |
| Riverside Jr/Sr High School | 5.5 |
| Henry F Lamuth Middle School | 6.6 |
| Melridge Elementary School | 8.1 |
| iSTEM | 7.6 |
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 OH.
Data Unavailable
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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)
Based on 12 test records from OH state assessments. About our data
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
508 MENTOR AVE, Painesville, OH 44077
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Our Shepherd Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Orchard Hollow Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Mentor), which scores notably higher. Another option is Melridge Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Sterling Morton Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Mentor), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Painesville, see our Painesville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Maple Elementary School Painesville | 0.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Harvey High School Painesville | 0.4 mi | 3.8 |
| Harvey Academy Painesville | 0.4 mi | — |
| Chestnut Elementary School Painesville | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Heritage Middle School Painesville | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Buckeye Elementary School Painesville | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Elm Street Elementary School Painesville | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Henry F Lamuth Middle School Painesville | 2.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Melridge Elementary School Painesville | 2.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Riverview Elementary School Painesville | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Riverside Jr/Sr High School Painesville | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| iSTEM Painesville | 2.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Mckinley Elementary School Fairport Harbor | 2.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Fairport Harding High School Fairport Harbor | 2.7 mi | 5.0 |
| ST GABRIEL SCHOOL Mentor | 3.1 mi | 4.6 |
| THE GODDARD SCHOOL Concord Twp | 3.8 mi | — |
| Sterling Morton Elementary School Mentor | 3.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Riverside Preschool Concord Township | 3.5 mi | 3.3 |
| Cardinal Autism Resource and Education School (CARES) Mentor | 3.6 mi | — |
| Orchard Hollow Elementary School Mentor | 3.9 mi | 9.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 44077 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,692
Median Home Value
$217,400
Median Rent
$972/mo
Population
57,947
College Educated
29.3%
Homeownership
73.3%
Avg Commute
23.2 min
Poverty Rate
12.4%
Median Age
41.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CENTRAL BAPTIST ACADEMY Cincinnati, OH | 7.9 |
| SPRINGFIELD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Springfield, OH | 7.9 |
| THE GODDARD SCHOOL LOCATED IN South Lebanon, OH | 7.9 |
| AL PI DARKO INITIATIVE BDA OHR TORAH CINCINNATI Cincinnati, OH | 8.0 |
| ANNUNCIATION Cincinnati, OH | 8.0 |
| CLINTONVILLE ACADEMY Columbus, OH | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Our Shepherd Lutheran School
What grades does Our Shepherd Lutheran School serve?
Our Shepherd Lutheran School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Our Shepherd Lutheran School?
Our Shepherd Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 96 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Our Shepherd Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at Our Shepherd Lutheran School is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Our Shepherd Lutheran School rank in OH?
Our Shepherd Lutheran School ranks #115 of 713 private schools in OH.
What is Our Shepherd Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
Our Shepherd Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Our Shepherd Lutheran School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Our Shepherd Lutheran School has 38% math proficiency (2019 OST) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (2019 OST).
Is Our Shepherd Lutheran School a private school?
Yes, Our Shepherd 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 Our Shepherd Lutheran School a religious school?
Our Shepherd Lutheran School has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 96
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 179 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lake County
- Phone
- (440) 357-7776
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