A nationally (National Lutheran School Accre4ditation) and state (Kansas Department of Education) accreditated school. Small class sizes with a tremendous academic program.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked KS School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 41 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. John Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
1883
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
41 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
25%
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
$180/mo.
School Notes
- School Motto: Our mission is to provide a foundation in Jesus Christ and to develop the God-given talents of learning.
- St. John Lutheran School is accrediated by the NLSA (National Lutheran School Accreditation) and KDE (Kansas Department of Education). A school where Jesus is taught in all subjects by qualified teachers in Kindergarten through 8th grade.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. John Lutheran School's ranking?
St. John Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kansas for: Oldest founding date.
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 草榴社区 Schools
The nearest high school, elementary school and preschool to St. John Lutheran School is Flint Hills Christian School (12.6 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Flint Hills Christian School
(Christian)
3905 Green Valley Rd
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 776-2223
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 776-2223
12.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 218 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 3
Manhattan Catholic Schools
(Catholic)
306 S Juliette Ave
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 565-5050
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 565-5050
14.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 289 students Avg. class size: 17 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Hylton Heights KinderCare ![Hylton Heights KinderCare Photo - Hylton Heights KinderCare]( "Hylton Heights KinderCare Photo - Hylton Heights KinderCare")
Daycare / Preschool
1205 Hylton Heights Rd.
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 539-7540
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 539-7540
16.8 miles
Gr: NS-PK
Faith Bible Academy
(Baptist)
1001 S Scenic Dr
Manhattan, KS 66503
(785) 539-3363
Manhattan, KS 66503
(785) 539-3363
18 miles
Gr: 2-12 | 8 students
200 North Washington Street
Junction City, KS 66441
(785) 238-2841
Junction City, KS 66441
(785) 238-2841
28 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 144 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 15 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Flint Hills Christian School
(Christian)
3905 Green Valley Rd
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 776-2223
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 776-2223
12.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 218 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 3
Faith Bible Academy
(Baptist)
1001 S Scenic Dr
Manhattan, KS 66503
(785) 539-3363
Manhattan, KS 66503
(785) 539-3363
18 miles
Gr: 2-12 | 8 students
200 North Washington Street
Junction City, KS 66441
(785) 238-2841
Junction City, KS 66441
(785) 238-2841
28 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 144 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 15 Tuition listed
Apostolic Academy
(Pentecostal)
2512 Rucker Rd
Junction City, KS 66441
(785) 238-6413
Junction City, KS 66441
(785) 238-6413
30.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 118 students
401 Sw Gage Blvd
Topeka, KS 66606
(785) 272-5210
Topeka, KS 66606
(785) 272-5210
31.8 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 334 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 16 | Extracurrculars: 16 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Flint Hills Christian School
(Christian)
3905 Green Valley Rd
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 776-2223
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 776-2223
12.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 218 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 3
Manhattan Catholic Schools
(Catholic)
306 S Juliette Ave
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 565-5050
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 565-5050
14.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 289 students Avg. class size: 17 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Faith Bible Academy
(Baptist)
1001 S Scenic Dr
Manhattan, KS 66503
(785) 539-3363
Manhattan, KS 66503
(785) 539-3363
18 miles
Gr: 2-12 | 8 students
200 North Washington Street
Junction City, KS 66441
(785) 238-2841
Junction City, KS 66441
(785) 238-2841
28 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 144 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 15 Tuition listed
5973 Sw 25th St Bldg B
Topeka, KS 66614
(785) 272-2220
Topeka, KS 66614
(785) 272-2220
30.2 miles
Gr: K-8 | 240 students Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Flint Hills Christian School
(Christian)
3905 Green Valley Rd
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 776-2223
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 776-2223
12.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 218 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 3
Manhattan Catholic Schools
(Catholic)
306 S Juliette Ave
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 565-5050
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 565-5050
14.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 289 students Avg. class size: 17 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Hylton Heights KinderCare ![Hylton Heights KinderCare Photo - Hylton Heights KinderCare]( "Hylton Heights KinderCare Photo - Hylton Heights KinderCare")
Daycare / Preschool
1205 Hylton Heights Rd.
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 539-7540
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 539-7540
16.8 miles
Gr: NS-PK
200 North Washington Street
Junction City, KS 66441
(785) 238-2841
Junction City, KS 66441
(785) 238-2841
28 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 144 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 15 Tuition listed
Immanuel Lutheran School
Daycare / Preschool (Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
630 S Eisenhower Drive
Junction City, KS 66441
(785) 238-5921
Junction City, KS 66441
(785) 238-5921
29.2 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 35 students Tuition listed
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
215 E 9th
Alma, KS 66401
(785) 765-3349
Alma, KS 66401
(785) 765-3349
5.7 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 199 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
912 Missouri
Alma, KS 66401
(785) 765-3315
Alma, KS 66401
(785) 765-3315
6.1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 115 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
(Math: 63% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1911 6th St
Wamego, KS 66547
(785) 456-8333
Wamego, KS 66547
(785) 456-8333
7.2 miles
Gr: 3-5 | 353 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
900 7th Street
Wamego, KS 66547
(785) 456-7278
Wamego, KS 66547
(785) 456-7278
7.3 miles
Gr: PK-2 | 357 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
801 N Lincoln
Wamego, KS 66547
(785) 456-2214
Wamego, KS 66547
(785) 456-2214
7.5 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 504 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
School Reviews
5 5/17/2016
This is an excellent Christ-centered grade school that seeks to promote God-given talents in the children who attend. The teachers are dedicated to the Word of God and practice discipline in the classroom as well as advocating God's Word being preached in the home. Preparation in this school allows the student to become well-rounded and productive in the community. There is a high quality of academic achievement, sport opportunities, and music and art education. This school provides the opportunity for a firm foundation for progression into any high school or other academic setting.
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