Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked MN School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 182 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,200
- Acceptance rate: 100%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
St. John Lutheran School
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked MN School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 182 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,200
- Acceptance rate: 100%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Rankings
St. John Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
School Facts
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1983
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
182 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
5%
State avg.: 23%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
80%
Average Class Size
15 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
$1700 TUITION FOR ST JOHN/WELS/ELS MEMBERS
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Todd Brassow
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
Band
School Notes
- Mission Statement: Training disciples of Jesus Christ through the Word and a Christ-centered education.
- Mission Statement:Training disciples of Jesus Christ through the Word and a Christ-centered education. The motto: ONE in the light emphasizes the school's role as to outreach to the community, nurture the faith which begins at baptism and equip to serve the Lord.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. John Lutheran School cost?
St. John Lutheran School's tuition is approximately $4,200 for private students.
What schools are St. John Lutheran School often compared to?
St. John Lutheran School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Paul's Lutheran School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of St. John Lutheran School?
The acceptance rate of St. John Lutheran School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 87%.
What sports does St. John Lutheran School offer?
St. John Lutheran School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is St. John Lutheran School's ranking?
St. John Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for St. John Lutheran School?
The application deadline for St. John Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools
Popular comparisons: St. John Lutheran School vs. St. Paul's Lutheran School
The nearest high school to St. John Lutheran School is Vestwood Education Dba:one School Global Redwood F (14.8 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Anne School (11.7 miles away)
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Distance: 11.7 mi
Gr: PK-6 | 110 students
Catholic
1054 Cedar Street
Wabasso, MN 56293
(507) 342-5389
Distance: 14.8 mi
Gr: 3-12 | 37 students
Vocational/Technical School (Brethren)
320 Center St
Vesta, MN 86292
(507) 637-1858
Distance: 19.0 mi
Gr: K-8 | 153 students
Catholic
140 S 10th St
Bird Island, MN 55310
(320) 365-3693
Distance: 19.6 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 77 students
Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
15 Ne 2nd Street, Fairfax, Mn 55332, Usa
Fairfax, MN 55332
(507) 426-7755
Distance: 25.3 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 298 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 8
Catholic
104 Saint Marys Street NW
Sleepy Eye, MN 56085
(507) 794-4121
Distance: 14.8 mi
Gr: 3-12 | 37 students
Vocational/Technical School (Brethren)
320 Center St
Vesta, MN 86292
(507) 637-1858
Distance: 25.3 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 298 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 8
Catholic
104 Saint Marys Street NW
Sleepy Eye, MN 56085
(507) 794-4121
Distance: 28.6 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 338 students
Avg. class size: 30 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 13
Calvinist
204 School St
Prinsburg, MN 56281
(320) 978-8700
Distance: 33.4 mi
Gr: 7-12 | 5 students
All-girls | Alternative School (Christian)
Po Box 26
Marshall, MN 56258
(507) 537-4525
Distance: 35.5 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 373 students
Catholic
600 N Washington St
New Ulm, MN 56073
(507) 354-2719
Distance: 11.7 mi
Gr: PK-6 | 110 students
Catholic
1054 Cedar Street
Wabasso, MN 56293
(507) 342-5389
Distance: 14.8 mi
Gr: 3-12 | 37 students
Vocational/Technical School (Brethren)
320 Center St
Vesta, MN 86292
(507) 637-1858
Distance: 19.0 mi
Gr: K-8 | 153 students
Catholic
140 S 10th St
Bird Island, MN 55310
(320) 365-3693
Distance: 19.6 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 77 students
Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
15 Ne 2nd Street, Fairfax, Mn 55332, Usa
Fairfax, MN 55332
(507) 426-7755
Distance: 25.3 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 298 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 8
Catholic
104 Saint Marys Street NW
Sleepy Eye, MN 56085
(507) 794-4121
Distance: 11.7 mi
Gr: PK-6 | 110 students
Catholic
1054 Cedar Street
Wabasso, MN 56293
(507) 342-5389
Distance: 19.6 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 77 students
Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
15 Ne 2nd Street, Fairfax, Mn 55332, Usa
Fairfax, MN 55332
(507) 426-7755
Distance: 21.7 mi
Gr: PK-6 | 84 students
Catholic
20 W Van Dusen St
Springfield, MN 56087
(507) 723-4135
Distance: 25.3 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 298 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 8
Catholic
104 Saint Marys Street NW
Sleepy Eye, MN 56085
(507) 794-4121
Distance: 25.8 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 8 students
Alternative School (Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (formerly AELC, ALC, or LCA))
710 4th Ave Sw
Sleepy Eye, MN 56085
(507) 794-7793
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
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Quick Facts
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
201 Mcphail Dr
Redwood Falls, MN 56283
(507) 644-7628
Redwood Falls, MN 56283
(507) 644-7628
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 442 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Alternative School
100 George Ramseth Dr
Redwood Falls, MN 56283
(507) 644-3531
Redwood Falls, MN 56283
(507) 644-3531
1.2 miles
Gr: 9-12
(Math: 38% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
100 George Ramseth Dr
Redwood Falls, MN 56283
(507) 644-3521
Redwood Falls, MN 56283
(507) 644-3521
1.2 miles
Gr: 5-8 | 309 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
100 George Ramseth Dr
Redwood Falls, MN 56283
(507) 644-3511
Redwood Falls, MN 56283
(507) 644-3511
1.2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 362 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1510 Stadium Drive Suite 1
Marshall, MN 56258
(507) 938-4111
Marshall, MN 56258
(507) 938-4111
11.3 miles
Gr: K-12 | 11 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
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