West Portal Lutheran School (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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About the School

West Portal Lutheran School ministers to the spiritual and moral, educational and physical, relational and aesthetic needs of our students.
While keeping high academic standards, we seek to enable our students to excel to the best of their abilities in a caring Christian context.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked CA School
Grades: Kindergarten-8
Enrollment: 359 students
Yearly Tuition: $6,507
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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School Rankings

West Portal Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Lutheran Church Missouri Synod

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	West Portal Lutheran School
Kind	22
1	24
2	22
3	46
4	41
5	57
6	38
7	50
8	59

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Year Founded

1951

Summer School Offered

Yes

School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

359 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

99%

State avg.: 52%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

19 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

19:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

30%

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Western Association of Schools and Colleges (Accrediting Commission for Schools) (ACS WASC)
National Lutheran Schools Accreditation (NLSA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$6,507

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Tuition Notes

$6,507 is for grades 1-8. Kindergarten is$6,840.

Admissions Director

Christy Wood

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

4 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

Track and FieldVolleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

7 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

ArtGirl Scouts

Mandarin ClassMusic - Handbells

Music - OrchestraMusic - Vocal

Music- Instrumental

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does West Portal Lutheran School cost?

West Portal Lutheran School's tuition is approximately $6,507 for private students.

What schools are West Portal Lutheran School often compared to?

West Portal Lutheran School is often viewed alongside schools like Sts Peter & Paul School by visitors of our site.

What sports does West Portal Lutheran School offer?

West Portal Lutheran School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is West Portal Lutheran School's ranking?

West Portal Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Highest percentage of students of color, Largest student body and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for West Portal Lutheran School?

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

In what neighborhood is West Portal Lutheran School located?

West Portal Lutheran School is located in the West Portal neighborhood of San Francisco, CA. There are 3 other private schools located in West Portal.

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