St. Peters Lutheran School (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked IN School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Yearly Tuition: $7,150
Average class size: 24 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

St. Peters Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Lutheran Church Missouri Synod

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Year Founded

1855

School Calendar

Student Body

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 26%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

13 teachers

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

70%

Average Class Size

24 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Crested Uniform Shirts and Solid Bottoms

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Lutheran Schools Accreditation (NLSA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$7,150

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Tuition Notes

Tuition is classified by church membership. We are a School Choice school.

Admissions Director

Maranda Ripke

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

8 sports

Sports

BasketballCheering

Cross CountryFootball

SoccerTrack and Field

VolleyballWrestling

School Notes

At St. Peter's Lutheran School you will find a distinctive education helping your child grow spiritually, academically, emotionally, physically, and socially.
Education centered in God's Word is the basis of our curriculum.
St. Peter's is a mindset - students and staff working together as Christ's family, learning and strengthening each other.
Students are treated as God's children, and teachers work closely with parents in developing each student to his/her potential.
St. Peter's course of study offers challenges for every student.
Students work to their potential as they develop their skills.
In addition to these areas, students learn organization and study skills that prepare them for the world ahead.
Through a variety of activities, students learn about themselves and their Lord in a positive, safe environment.

Fully accredited by the State of Indiana and National Lutheran Schools
Christian education for children age 2 through grade 8
Resource room offering individual tutoring and specialized group instruction
Exceptional ILEARN & IREAD scores
Visual arts program
Before and after school childcare available
Extracurricular sports
Choir, handbells, band, and strings instruction
Computer lab and technology instruction, including iPads and Chromebooks
All day and/or week preschool care
All faiths welcome!
Accepting School Choice Scholarships

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Peters Lutheran School cost?

St. Peters Lutheran School's tuition is approximately $7,150 for private students.

What sports does St. Peters Lutheran School offer?

St. Peters Lutheran School offers 8 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Soccer, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling.

What is St. Peters Lutheran School's ranking?

St. Peters Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for: Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for St. Peters Lutheran School?

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

In what neighborhood is St. Peters Lutheran School located?

St. Peters Lutheran School is located in the Briargate neighborhood of Fort Wayne, IN.

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The average private school tuition in Fort Wayne, IN is $6,926 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Fort Wayne, IN is 92% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).