Lutheran High School Northwest (2026 Profile)

Lutheran High School Northwest, Detroit's fourth Lutheran high school, opened in September of 1978 in the educational wing of Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in Farmington Hills.

Lutheran High School Northwest is committed to equip students for a life of Christian service through a curriculum of academic excellence, encouraged through a caring Christ-centered environment where God's word is shared daily.

Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 251 students
Yearly Tuition: $8,480
Acceptance rate: 87%
Average class size: 23 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Other religious school association(s)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)

Religious Affiliation

Lutheran Church Missouri Synod

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Year Founded

1978

Student Body

Total Students

251 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 19%

Students by Grade

Lutheran High School Northwest Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

25 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

10:1

National avg.:

Average Class Size

23 students

Number of AP/Advanced Courses

15 courses

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$8,480

View national tuition avg.

Acceptance Rate

87%

National avg.: 82%

School Notes

School Motto: Learning for Life, Leading in Truth

Lutheran High School Northwest, Detroit's fourth Lutheran high school, opened in September of 1978 in the educational wing of Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in Farmington Hills. Lutheran High School Northwest is committed to equip students for a life of Christian service through a curriculum of academic excellence, encouraged through a caring Christ-centered environment where God's word is shared daily.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Lutheran High School Northwest cost?

Lutheran High School Northwest's tuition is approximately $8,480 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Lutheran High School Northwest?

The acceptance rate of Lutheran High School Northwest is 87%, which is lower than the national average of 88%.

When is the application deadline for Lutheran High School Northwest?

The application deadline for Lutheran High School Northwest is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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