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#19 of 56 private schools in SD

Top 32% of private schools

Sioux Falls Lutheran School

School

6715 S BOE LN, Sioux Falls, SD 57108

Private

Enrollment

241

Student-Teacher

11.5:1

Score

7.1

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

South Dakota private schools

#19 of 56

In Sioux Falls

#4 of 10

public schools

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7.1/10

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About Sioux Falls Lutheran School

Sioux Falls Lutheran School is a private school in Sioux Falls, SD. Sioux Falls Lutheran School serves approximately 241 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Sioux Falls Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #19 of 56 private schools in SD.

How it compares0.9 pts above SD schools
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • SD avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Sioux Falls 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.

Sioux Falls 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 Sioux Falls Lutheran School compares to 50 public schools serving similar grades in Sioux Falls, SD

Student-Teacher Ratio
11.5:1
This School
vs
13.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
241
This School
vs
565
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.1
This School
vs
5.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 87.6% vs 0%
Black 4.1% vs 0%
Hispanic 2.1% vs 0%
Asian 1.2% vs 0%
Sioux Falls Lutheran School Sioux Falls Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Sioux Falls Lutheran School (this school) 7.1
Avera Behavioral Health Program - 82
Avera Adolescent Addiction Care Program - 81
Explorer Elementary - 04 7.0
John F. Kennedy Elementary - 57 6.6
RF Pettigrew Elementary - 17 6.8
Endeavor Elementary - 07 8.6
Roosevelt High School - 03 5.1
Harrisburg North Middle School - 08 8.2
Oscar Howe Elementary - 58 5.3
Journey Elementary - 05 4.9
Community Campus - 41 4.2
Adventure Elementary - 10 8.5
Laura Wilder Elementary - 31 4.0
Memorial Middle School - 04 5.9
Discovery Elementary - 26 5.3
Edison Middle School - 06 5.7
Sonia Sotomayor Elementary - 65 8.4
Challenge Center - 51 8.8
Robert Frost Elementary - 18 4.0
Garfield Elementary - 19 3.0

Showing 20 of 50 schools. View all schools in Sioux Falls

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 SD.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C+ 4.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.8 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,404
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 8.5 / 10
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Diversity Index 23%
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 241
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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 SD

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 87.6%
Two or More 5.0%
Black 4.1%
Hispanic 2.1%
Asian 1.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

6715 S BOE LN, Sioux Falls, SD 57108

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sioux Falls Lutheran School may also want to explore other schools in the area. SIOUX FALLS LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, O'GORMAN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 4.6/10, 2.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Sioux Falls, see our Sioux Falls schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
SIOUX FALLS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sioux Falls 0.0 mi 7.4
Avera Behavioral Health Program - 82 Sioux Falls 0.8 mi
Avera Adolescent Addiction Care Program - 81 Sioux Falls 0.8 mi
Explorer Elementary - 04 Sioux Falls 0.8 mi 7.0
John F. Kennedy Elementary - 57 Sioux Falls 1.4 mi 6.6
CHOICES JR. HIGH Sioux Falls 1.9 mi
Roosevelt High School - 03 Sioux Falls 2.4 mi 5.1
Oscar Howe Elementary - 58 Sioux Falls 2.5 mi 5.3
WESTSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sioux Falls 1.9 mi 5.3
RF Pettigrew Elementary - 17 Sioux Falls 2.2 mi 6.8
Endeavor Elementary - 07 Sioux Falls 2.3 mi 8.6
O'GORMAN HIGH SCHOOL Sioux Falls 2.7 mi 4.6
Harrisburg North Middle School - 08 Sioux Falls 2.4 mi 8.2
BETHEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sioux Falls 3.1 mi
THE BAAN DEK MONTESSORI SCHOOL Sioux Falls 2.3 mi
ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Sioux Falls 3.3 mi 5.7
Community Campus - 41 Sioux Falls 2.8 mi 4.2
Adventure Elementary - 10 Sioux Falls 3.1 mi 8.5
Journey Elementary - 05 Sioux Falls 2.7 mi 4.9
Memorial Middle School - 04 Sioux Falls 3.6 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57108 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$96,184

Median Home Value

$401,300

Median Rent

$1,292/mo

Population

32,888

College Educated

53.7%

Homeownership

63.1%

Avg Commute

17.5 min

Poverty Rate

6.7%

Median Age

37.3

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JAMES VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Huron, SD 6.8
SIOUX FALLS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sioux Falls, SD 7.4
Crazy Horse School Wanblee, SD
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sioux Falls Lutheran School

What grades does Sioux Falls Lutheran School serve?

Sioux Falls Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Sioux Falls Lutheran School?

Sioux Falls Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 241 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sioux Falls Lutheran School?

The student-teacher ratio at Sioux Falls Lutheran School is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Sioux Falls Lutheran School rank in SD?

Sioux Falls Lutheran School ranks #19 of 56 private schools in SD.

What is Sioux Falls Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?

Sioux Falls Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Sioux Falls Lutheran School a private school?

Yes, Sioux Falls 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 Sioux Falls Lutheran School a religious school?

Sioux Falls Lutheran School has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
5 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
241
Gender Split
49% M / 51% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
School Day
7.2 hours
Days Per Year
195 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Lincoln County

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