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Apostles is a member of the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod (WELS), a church organization that has been operating Lutheran schools for over 150 years.
Apostles wants to connect your child with the future.
Our students score consistently high on achievement tests compared with other schools.
After graduation, our students attend the top-rated private and public high schools and universities.
Students are balanced and well-equipped for the challenges of high school and life.
Students have the spiritual foundation to tackle issues in their future.
Apostles Lutheran Schoolis a fully accredited, TK-12th
grade Christian school located in South San Jose.Founded in
1969 (with the high school opening in 2011), Apostles has spent
over 55 years delivering a Christ-centered, academically rigorous
education to Bay Area families in a close-knit, supportive
environment.
Key Highlights & Fast FactsAccreditation & Academic Standards:
Fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and
Colleges (WASC).The high school curriculum aligns directly
with University of California (UC) admissions standards, offering
Core, Honors, and Advanced Placement (AP) tracks.
National Network: Apostles is affiliated with
theWisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod (WELS)-the
fourth-largest private school system in the United States.The
WELS network oversees hundreds of early childhood centers,
elementary schools, and high schools enrolling over 40,000 students
nationwide.
Trained Faculty: Teachers at Apostles are specialized and
certified through the WELS College of Ministry system, which has
been equipping Christian educators since 1884.
Proven Student Outcomes: On average, students attending
WELS schools consistently outperform national standards on
standardized achievement tests. High school graduates from Apostles
regularly advance to top four-year universities.
Athletics: Member of the Bay Area Christian Athletic
League, offering basketball, volleyball, cross country, and track
and field.
Enrichment & Clubs: Offerings include Chess Club, Student
Government, E-Sports, International Club, Drama, and Music.
Core Values: Built on biblical principles that emphasize
academic achievement, personal confidence, character building, and
community service.
Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
Micayla - Joining Apostles Lutheran in second grade, Micayla stayed all the way through high school, supported by a close-knit community that shaped her academically, spiritually, and personally. Challenging coursework, caring teachers, and active involvement in sports helped build her confidence and study habits along the way.
After earning her biology degree from Wisconsin Lutheran College, Micayla is now finishing medical school and preparing for a career in Emergency Medicine—a path she credits directly to the strong foundation she received during her years at Apostles.
Ryan - At Apostles High School, Ryan found teachers who genuinely invested in his academic, personal, and spiritual growth. Athletics and a grounded biblical worldview helped him build the discipline, confidence, and work ethic needed for college and beyond.
After earning his B.S. from Santa Clara University, Ryan is currently pursuing an M.S. in Mechanical Engineering at Georgia Tech, specializing in robotics, automation, and controls. He aims to join Lockheed Martin Space upon graduating in 2027—a career path built on the strong foundation he received at Apostles.
There are many words to describe this great school, but, because of the limitation of the writing space here, I must be concise. This sentence alone should tell you how I feel about this school. My son is currently in Kindergarten and has been going since TK. I knew I picked the right school for my son since the TK year because he's been getting up on time in the morning just to go to class. I see the positivity in him every day as he is thriving to learn academically, socially, and most importantly, Christian morals. He comes home reciting songs and telling me the bible stories that he's learned in school and interesting school experiments, such as The Elephant Toothpaste Experiment. The staff is wonderful as they all greet him and say his name when passing by. The school principal must have a photographic memory because he knows each one of the children's names while greeting them in the mornings. One of the other benefits is the small classroom size so that the teacher can emphasize the fun in learning and has the time to spend with a student who would need additional help. Another benefit is that the school cares about its community as evidenced by the school and public events they host throughout the year. Because of the reasons above, I will enroll my son in 1st grade and continue to do so each year.
- Posted by Parent - Genie C.
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Quick Facts (2026)
Grades: Kindergarten-12
Enrollment: 236 students
Yearly Tuition: $13,500
Acceptance rate: 99%
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update
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