Salem Lutheran School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Top Ranked CA School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 484 students
Yearly Tuition: $7,700
Average class size: 24 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

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

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Lutheran Church Missouri Synod

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Salem Lutheran School
Nursery	80
Pre-K	74
Kind	34
1	41
2	34
3	39
4	40
5	25
6	35
7	52
8	30

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

mild learning differences supported through a full time Student Succes Program Director

Year Founded

1975

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School Motto

Start children off on the way they should go, and even when they are old they will not turn from it.

Student Body

Total Students

484 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

29%

State avg.: 52%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

20 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

24:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

68%

Average Class Size

24 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

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School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)
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

$7,700

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Tuition Notes

Tuition includes a fully integrated technology program with students in grades 3-8 working in a one-to-one iPad environment, sports and music, instructional aides in lower grades.

% on Financial Aid

13%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$2,000

Admissions Director

Kasey Weinrich

Admissions Associate

Kathy Vickers

Application URL

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

4 sports

Sports

BasketballFlag Football

Track and FieldVolleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

5 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

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ChessEngineering-STEM

Origami

Arts and Music Programs:

ArtMusic

School Notes

Salem Lutheran School is situated in the eastern part of Orange County in the City of Orange.
Nestled in the foothills of the Santiago Hills, Salem Lutheran School is part of a unique community that preserves a rural atmosphere while only being three miles from three major freeways.
Salem Lutheran School is a faith based school where children can grow in Christian faith and character; spiritually, intellectually, physically, socially, emotionally and in discipleship for the Lord.
Salem Lutheran School views each child as a special gift from God, endowed distinctive in nature and ability, dearly loved and redeemed by God through Jesus Christ.
A rich and diverse educational experience at Salem will passionately pursue excellence, cultivating a learning environment that enables each child to fully develop his/her unique God-given gifts and abilities.
The school believes that through this teaching, in a safe and caring environment, each child will show Christian love through a positive and loving attitude towards others, both in the classroom and in activities away from school.

Accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and the National Lutheran Schools Association (NLSA); 21st century skills developed in a one-to-one iPad program grades 3-8; Co-curricular programs include sports, art, and music; Feeder school to Lutheran High School and Crean Lutheran High School of Orange County; Full time Student Success Program to meet individual learners needs; Opportunity for service projects to the local and greater community.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Salem Lutheran School cost?

Salem Lutheran School's tuition is approximately $7,700 for private students.

What sports does Salem Lutheran School offer?

Salem Lutheran School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Flag Football, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is Salem Lutheran School's ranking?

Salem Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for Salem Lutheran School?

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

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (2 reviews)

5 11/9/2017

This school is awesome, from the teachers to the parents, to the wonderful children that attend this school. Their new principal is very responsive and involved. My children attend 1st and 4th grade, and their teachers, once again are super great. What I love most about this school is they listen, and they are kind, and your child gets a good education, all while being in a loving environment. Yes there is the religious aspect, but what they teach the kids is very general and really they focus on being kind people and loving themselves, their friends and of course God. If you are looking for a school check this place out. It is a small school, yet their programs are great. They offer language, art, laptops for the kids, an awesome science program and so much more.. Well worth the money, and worth the investment to give your child a rock solid foundation before you put them in "public" school where teachers don't (because they can't) show affection and kindness. My kids need that and flourish with that approach. Go Salem!!! You Rock!

- Posted by Parent - Deann Pancheri

5 9/30/2014

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Orange, CA is $9,076 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Orange, CA is 89% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).