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Very Good

#209 of 713 private schools in OH

Top 29% of private schools

Risen Christ Lutheran School

Elementary School

41 E POSSUM RD, Springfield, OH 45502

Private

Enrollment

98

Student-Teacher

11.4:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Ohio private schools

#209 of 713

In Springfield

#7 of 7

public schools

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Risen Christ Lutheran School

7.4/10

Elementary School in Springfield · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Shawnee Middle School/high School

6.8/10

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4.2/10

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About Risen Christ Lutheran School

Risen Christ Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Springfield, OH. Risen Christ Lutheran School serves approximately 98 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Risen Christ Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #209 of 713 private schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Risen Christ Lutheran School show 65% math proficiency (2019 OST) and 93% reading/ELA proficiency (2019 OST).

How it compares0.7 pts above OH schools
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

At 98 students, Risen Christ 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.

Risen Christ 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.

Risen Christ 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.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Risen Christ Lutheran School compares to 16 public schools serving similar grades in Springfield, OH

Student-Teacher Ratio
11.4:1
This School
vs
16:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
98
This School
vs
520
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.4
This School
vs
5.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 78.6% vs 0%
Black 21.4% vs 0%
Risen Christ Lutheran School Springfield Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Risen Christ Lutheran School (this school) 7.4
Shawnee Middle School/High School 6.8
Shawnee Elementary School 6.2
Perrin Woods Elementary School 4.2
Lincoln Elementary School 5.7
Springfield Preparatory and Fitness Academy 4.0
Kenwood Elementary 4.2
Fulton Elementary School 4.0
Clark Early Learning Center 5.2
Mann Elementary School 6.2
Snyder Park Elementary School 6.0
Warder Park-Wayne Elementary School 5.2
Lagonda Elementary School 4.7
Snowhill Elementary School 5.7
Kenton Elementary School 5.4
Kenton Ridge Elementary 7.2
Northwestern Elementary School 6.7

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
? 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)
A 9.1 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,267
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 7.5 / 10
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Diversity Index 34%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 6.3 / 10
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Enrollment 98
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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 65.3% (2019 OST)
School
State
39.6% (2019 OST)
ELA Proficiency 92.6% (2019 OST)
School
State
48.5% (2019 OST)

Based on 4 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 78.6%
Black 21.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

41 E POSSUM RD, Springfield, OH 45502

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Risen Christ Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SPRINGFIELD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Shawnee Elementary School (rated 6.2/10, 1.9 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Mann Elementary School (rated 6.2/10, 3.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Springfield, see our Springfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Shawnee Middle School/High School Springfield 1.6 mi 6.8
Perrin Woods Elementary School Springfield 2.1 mi 4.2
Hayward Middle School Springfield 2.2 mi 3.9
Springfield-Clark County Springfield 2.1 mi 5.2
Lincoln Elementary School Springfield 2.3 mi 5.7
Shawnee Elementary School Springfield 1.9 mi 6.2
Springfield Preparatory and Fitness Academy Springfield 2.4 mi 4.0
Kenwood Elementary Springfield 2.6 mi 4.2
SPRINGFIELD SCHOOL OF INNOVATION Springfield 2.9 mi 4.7
Springfield City Online Springfield 2.9 mi 3.1
Global Impact STEM Academy Springfield 3.0 mi 5.2
Fulton Elementary School Springfield 3.2 mi 4.0
SPRINGFIELD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Springfield 3.5 mi 7.9
NIGHTINGALE MONTESSORI Springfield 3.5 mi 8.2
CATHOLIC CENTRAL Springfield 3.5 mi 8.0
CATHOLIC CENTRAL SCHOOL Springfield 3.5 mi 7.8
COVENANT CHILDRENS ACADEMY Springfield 3.8 mi
Clark Early Learning Center Springfield 3.7 mi 5.2
Cliff Park High School Springfield 4.3 mi 3.3
Mann Elementary School Springfield 3.8 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 45502 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$87,378

Median Home Value

$225,500

Median Rent

$886/mo

Population

17,076

College Educated

23.1%

Homeownership

86.8%

Avg Commute

26.4 min

Poverty Rate

6.9%

Median Age

46.7

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RIDGEWOOD SCHOOL Springfield, OH 7.4
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ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Ripley, OH 7.4
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THE COLUMBUS JEWISH DAY SCHOOL New Albany, OH 7.4
ALMADINA ACADEMY Columbus, OH 7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Risen Christ Lutheran School

What grades does Risen Christ Lutheran School serve?

Risen Christ Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Risen Christ Lutheran School?

Risen Christ Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 98 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Risen Christ Lutheran School?

The student-teacher ratio at Risen Christ 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 Risen Christ Lutheran School rank in OH?

Risen Christ Lutheran School ranks #209 of 713 private schools in OH.

What is Risen Christ Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?

Risen Christ Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Risen Christ Lutheran School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Risen Christ Lutheran School has 65% math proficiency (2019 OST) and 93% reading/ELA proficiency (2019 OST).

Is Risen Christ Lutheran School a private school?

Yes, Risen Christ 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 Risen Christ Lutheran School a religious school?

Risen Christ Lutheran School has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
98
Gender Split
65% M / 35% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
9
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
181 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Clark County

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