Lutheran High School South

9515 Tesson Ferry Road, Saint Louis, MO, 63123-0631
Tel: (314)631-1400
Grades: 9 - 12 | 545 students
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Lutheran High School South excels in providing Christian education in the Lutheran tradition for young men and women in grades 9-12. Our Christ-centered environment and challenging college prep curriculum help each student learn, grow, and prepare for college as well as prepare for a life anchored in faith in Christ and dedicated to service in His name. We're large enough to offer many opportunities for students to grow and excel, but small enough for students to participate in many different activities.

School Overview:
Lutheran High School South
School Membership(s) Other religious school association(s)
North Central Accreditation
Religious Affiliation Lutheran Church -- Missouri Synod
Grades Offered Grades 9 - 12
Learning Difference Programs Yes
Learning Programs Supported Call Mrs. Debbie Davis, Director of Special Education
Year Founded 1957
Student Body
Total Students 545 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
% Students of Color 3% (MO School Avg.: 17%)
Students by Grade
 
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 38 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 15:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree 80%
Average Class Size 21 students
Number of AP Courses 9 courses
Advanced Courses
Biology Chemistry
Computer Programming (Java) English Language & Composition
English Language & Literature Human Geography
Psychology Statistics
US History
Average ACT score 24
Classroom dress code Formal
(Uniforms required)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost $11,075
Tuition Notes $1200 discount for association church members; multiple child discount
% on Financial Aid 25%
Acceptance Rate 95%
Admissions Director Beth Berner
Sports
Total Sports Offered 15 sports
Sports
Baseball Basketball
Cheering Cross Country
Dance Field Hockey
Football Golf
Ice Hockey Soccer
Softball Swimming
Tennis Track and Field
Volleyball
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurriculars 25 extracurriculars
Extracurriculars
AV Technology Club Academic Team
Art Club Black Gold & Green Recyling Club
Bridge Club CloseUp Washington
Engineering Club Fellowship of Christian Athletes
Foreign Language Honor Societies Future Business Leaders of America
Future Professionals in Medicine Intramurals
Jazz Band KAIROS Small Group Leaders & Facilitators
Lancers for Life Leadership Cabinet
Math Club Messengers
Mock Trial National Honor Society
Plays & Musicals Praise & Worship Team
Publications Club Student Ambassadors
Student Council

School Notes:

    • At Lutheran South, we recognize that each student is a unique creation of God, blessed with gifts and talents waiting to be nurtured and used to His glory.
    • Our courses are taught from a Lutheran Christian perspective, with our faculty members serving not only as teachers, but also as coaches, sponsors, mentors, encouragers, and friends to our students.
    • At Lutheran South, as we strive to encourage each student to grow spiritually, academically, and personally; we dedicate everything we do to God's glory.
    • Need-based tuition assistance is available.
    • ."It's not just about what you learn or what you do, it's about who you become."

    Profile last updated: 01/28/2013

Nearby Schools:

Lutheran High School South
Gr. 9-12 | 0 mi. away
Christ Memorial Child Care Cen
Gr. Nursery/Preschool-PK | 0.2 mi. away
Seven Holy Founders School
Gr. PK-8 | 0.3 mi. away
Cor Jesu Academy
Gr. 9-12 | 0.7 mi. away
Victory Christian School
Gr. K-9 | 1.3 mi. away
St Mark School
Gr. K-8 | 1.7 mi. away

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