Very Good
#149 of 713 private schools in OH
Top 21% of private schools
St John Lutheran School
Elementary School
655 WAYNE AVE, Defiance, OH 43512
Enrollment
59
Student-Teacher
6.7:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
59
Student-Teacher
6.7:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Ohio private schools
#149 of 713
In Defiance
#2 of 2
public schools
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St John Lutheran School
Elementary School in Defiance · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St John Lutheran School
St John Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Defiance, OH. St John Lutheran School serves approximately 59 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St John Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #149 of 713 private schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for St John Lutheran School show 12% math proficiency (2019 OST) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (2019 OST).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
At 59 students, St John 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 6.7:1 students to teachers, St John Lutheran School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St John 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 St John Lutheran School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Defiance, OH
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St John Lutheran School (this school) | 7.7 |
| Defiance Middle School | 5.6 |
| Defiance Elementary School | 7.0 |
| Ayersville Elementary School | 9.1 |
| Ayersville High School | 7.4 |
| Tinora Middle School | 5.8 |
| Tinora Elementary School | 8.2 |
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 OH.
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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 14 test records from OH state assessments. About our data
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
655 WAYNE AVE, Defiance, OH 43512
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St John Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Continental Local Elementary School (rated 9.7/10, 13.2 miles away, in nearby Continental), which scores notably higher. Another option is Oakwood Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 12.8 miles away, in nearby Oakwood), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Stryker Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 15.4 miles away, in nearby Stryker), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Defiance, see our Defiance schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Defiance Middle School Defiance | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Defiance High School Defiance | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Defiance Elementary School Defiance | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| HOLY CROSS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Defiance | 2.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Tinora High School Defiance | 5.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Tinora Middle School Defiance | 5.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Tinora Elementary School Defiance | 5.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Ayersville Elementary School Defiance | 5.2 mi | 9.1 |
| Ayersville High School Defiance | 5.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Four County Career Center Archbold | 12.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Oakwood Elementary School Oakwood | 12.8 mi | 9.5 |
| Continental Local Elementary School Continental | 13.2 mi | 9.7 |
| Fairview High School Sherwood | 10.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Fairview Middle School Sherwood | 10.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Fairview Elementary School Sherwood | 11.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Continental Local High School Continental | 13.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Stryker Elementary School Stryker | 15.4 mi | 9.3 |
| Stryker High School Stryker | 15.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Napoleon Elementary School Napoleon | 13.2 mi | 9.1 |
| Archbold High School Archbold | 16.4 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 43512 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,082
Median Home Value
$149,300
Median Rent
$851/mo
Population
27,894
College Educated
20.6%
Homeownership
76.8%
Avg Commute
19.9 min
Poverty Rate
11.6%
Median Age
43.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| NICHOLAS SCHOOL Piqua, OH | 7.8 |
| ST MARY SCHOOL Shelby, OH | 7.8 |
| ST AUGUSTINE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Napoleon, OH | 7.6 |
| HOLY CROSS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Cleveland, OH | 7.5 |
| ST MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mansfield, OH | 7.5 |
| ST PATRICK CATHOLIC SCHOOL Bryan, OH | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St John Lutheran School
What grades does St John Lutheran School serve?
St John Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St John Lutheran School?
St John Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 59 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St John Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at St John Lutheran School is 6.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St John Lutheran School rank in OH?
St John Lutheran School ranks #149 of 713 private schools in OH.
What is St John Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
St John 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 St John Lutheran School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, St John Lutheran School has 12% math proficiency (2019 OST) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (2019 OST).
Is St John Lutheran School a private school?
Yes, St John 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 St John Lutheran School a religious school?
St John Lutheran School has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 59
- Gender Split
- 44% M / 56% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Defiance County
- Phone
- (419) 782-1751
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