Very Good
#95 of 883 private schools in TX
Top 11% of private schools
Memorial Lutheran School
School
5800 WESTHEIMER RD, Houston, TX 77057
Enrollment
129
Student-Teacher
6.6:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 10th
Enrollment
129
Student-Teacher
6.6:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 10th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#95 of 883
In Houston
#13 of 104
public schools
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About Memorial Lutheran School
Memorial Lutheran School is a private school in Houston, TX. Memorial Lutheran School serves approximately 129 students, and covers grades Pre-K-10th, and has a 6.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Memorial Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #95 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 129 students, Memorial 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 6.6:1 students to teachers, Memorial Lutheran School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Memorial 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 Memorial Lutheran School compares to 741 public schools serving similar grades in Houston, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Memorial Lutheran School (this school) | 7.8 |
| MANDARIN IMMERSION MAGNET SCHOOL | 9.2 |
| SCHOOL AT ST GEORGE PLACE | 7.3 |
| T H ROGERS SCHOOL | 7.1 |
| BRIARGROVE EL | 5.3 |
| TANGLEWOOD MIDDLE | 4.8 |
| PILGRIM ACADEMY | 4.7 |
| AMIGOS POR VIDA-FRIENDS FOR LIFE CHARTER SCHOOL | 8.3 |
| FRIENDS FOR LIFE MIDDLE | 8.2 |
| WISDOM H S | 3.3 |
| RODRIGUEZ EL | 3.9 |
| SER-NINOS CHARTER EL | 4.2 |
| SER-NINOS CHARTER HIGH | — |
| SER-NINOS CHARTER MIDDLE | 4.8 |
| EMPOWERMENT H S | 6.5 |
| DISCOVERY MIDDLE | 4.7 |
| CUNNINGHAM EL | 7.5 |
| MIDDLE COLLEGE H S AT HCC GULFTON | 4.4 |
| LIBERTY H S | 3.6 |
| BENAVIDEZ EL | 4.2 |
| MARK WHITE EL | 7.0 |
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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 TX.
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 TX
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
5800 WESTHEIMER RD, Houston, TX 77057
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Memorial Lutheran School may also want to explore other schools in the area. T H ROGERS SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, AL-HADI SCHOOL OF ACCELERATIVE LEARNING (rated 6.6/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MARINER MONTESSORI Houston | 0.5 mi | — |
| MANDARIN IMMERSION MAGNET SCHOOL Houston | 0.5 mi | 9.2 |
| SCHOOL AT ST GEORGE PLACE Houston | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| TANGLEWOOD ACADEMY Houston | 0.6 mi | — |
| T H ROGERS SCHOOL Houston | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| BRIARGROVE EL Houston | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| FUSION ACADEMY HS1: HOUSTON GALLERIA Houston | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| ST MICHAEL CATHOLIC SCHOOL - HOUSTON Houston | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| TANGLEWOOD MIDDLE Houston | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| AMIGOS POR VIDA-FRIENDS FOR LIFE CHARTER SCHOOL Houston | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| FRIENDS FOR LIFE MIDDLE Houston | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| PILGRIM ACADEMY Houston | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| AL-HADI SCHOOL OF ACCELERATIVE LEARNING Houston | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| RODRIGUEZ EL Houston | 1.4 mi | 3.9 |
| SER-NINOS CHARTER EL Houston | 1.4 mi | 4.2 |
| SER-NINOS CHARTER HIGH Houston | 1.4 mi | — |
| SAN FRANCISCO NATIVITY ACADEMY Houston | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| SER-NINOS CHARTER MIDDLE Houston | 1.5 mi | 4.8 |
| WISDOM H S Houston | 1.4 mi | 3.3 |
| LIBERTY H S Houston | 1.6 mi | 3.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77057 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,200
Median Home Value
$318,700
Median Rent
$1,354/mo
Population
45,394
College Educated
52.9%
Homeownership
31.1%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
17.6%
Median Age
33.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ARLINGTON HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Corpus Christi, TX | 7.8 |
| FAIRHILL SCHOOL Dallas, TX | 7.8 |
| HILL SCHOOL OF FORT WORTH Fort Worth, TX | 7.8 |
| JESUS CHAPEL SCHOOL El Paso, TX | 7.8 |
| RULE SCHOOL Rule, TX | 7.8 |
| THE CONNECTION SCHOOL OF HOUSTON Cypress, TX | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Memorial Lutheran School
What grades does Memorial Lutheran School serve?
Memorial Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 10th.
How many students attend Memorial Lutheran School?
Memorial Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 129 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Memorial Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at Memorial Lutheran School is 6.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Memorial Lutheran School rank in TX?
Memorial Lutheran School ranks #95 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is Memorial Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
Memorial Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Memorial Lutheran School a private school?
Yes, Memorial 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 Memorial Lutheran School a religious school?
Memorial Lutheran School has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 10th
- Enrollment
- 129
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 174 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Phone
- (171) 378-2402
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