Lutheran Church Of The Cross Day School (Top-Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026)

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Lutheran Church Of The Cross Day School

4400 Chancellor St Ne
Saint Petersburg, FL 33703

Tel: (727) 522-8331

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LCC Day School is a partnership of school, church, and families, inspiring superior academic performance while instilling leadership, responsibility, and values in a nurturing environment.

Our mission is to meet the changing needs of our students as they develop their God-given potential from early childhood through adolescence.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked FL School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 493 students
Yearly Tuition: $15,759
Acceptance rate: 90%
Average class size: 16 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Lutheran Church Of The Cross Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

State or regional independent school association
Florida Council of Independent Schools (FCIS)

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Year Founded

1969

Summer School Offered

Yes

School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

493 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 47%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

78 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

6:1

National avg.:

Average Class Size

16 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$15,759

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Tuition Notes

Elementary program- $15,759 Middle School program- $17,896

Acceptance Rate

90%

National avg.: 82%

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School Notes

School Motto: LCC Day School is a partnership of school, church, and families, inspiring superior academic performance while instilling leadership, responsibility, and values in a nurturing environment.

LCC Day School is a partnership of school, church, and families, inspiring superior academic performance while instilling leadership, responsibility, and values in a nurturing environment.
Our mission is to meet the changing needs of our students as they develop their God-given potential from early childhood through adolescence.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Lutheran Church Of The Cross Day School cost?

Lutheran Church Of The Cross Day School's tuition is approximately $15,759 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Lutheran Church Of The Cross Day School?

The acceptance rate of Lutheran Church Of The Cross Day School is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 81%.

What is Lutheran Church Of The Cross Day School's ranking?

Lutheran Church Of The Cross Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for Lutheran Church Of The Cross Day School?

The application deadline for Lutheran Church Of The Cross Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked FL School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 493 students
Yearly Tuition: $15,759
Acceptance rate: 90%
Average class size: 16 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Saint Petersburg, FL is $13,516 for elementary schools and $18,639 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Saint Petersburg, FL is 73% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).