Atonement Lutheran School

Established in 1956, Atonement Lutheran School is a non-profit parochial school in Florissant, MO that is operated by the The Lutheran Church of the Atonement, E.L.C.A. Our school enrolls children from the community, with approximately 60 percent belonging to other Christian denominations.
Our child care center provides services to families who attend our school which also includes a summer program.
With support from the congregation, our tuition and fees are kept more affordable for all of our school families.
Our school has enjoyed an excellent reputation and has received much-appreciated support from the community.
We help to expand educational, community, and cultural awareness for the children, so they will also in turn contribute back to our community's development.
Many of our eighth grade graduates continue their Christian education at Lutheran High School North.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 146 students
  • Average class size: 23 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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Attribute

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1956

Student Body

Total Students
146 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
60%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
23 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
no uniforms

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Please call school office for prices.
Admissions Director
Sarah Miller
Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered
5 sports

School Notes

  • School Motto: Teaching children of God the skills needed for a lifetime of learning, worshipping, and caring, so that the world sees Jesus in them.
  • Established in 1956, Atonement Lutheran School is a non-profit parochial school in Florissant, MO that is operated by the The Lutheran Church of the Atonement, E.L.C.A. Our school enrolls children from the community, with approximately 60 percent belonging to other Christian denominations. Our child care center provides services to families who attend our school which also includes a summer program. With support from the congregation, our tuition and fees are kept more affordable for all of our school families. Our school has enjoyed an excellent reputation and has received much-appreciated support from the community. We help to expand educational, community, and cultural awareness for the children, so they will also in turn contribute back to our community's development. Many of our eighth grade graduates continue their Christian education at Lutheran High School North.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Atonement Lutheran School often compared to?
Atonement Lutheran School is often viewed alongside schools like North County Christian School by visitors of our site.
What sports does Atonement Lutheran School offer?
Atonement Lutheran School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Atonement Lutheran School?
The application deadline for Atonement Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

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This is my son's first year in this school. Teachers in this school are caring and focused on providing a top-notch education in a Christian environment. He has thrived from the "whatever it takes to help a student succeed" attitude of the teachers and other staff at the school. It will truly be a place where he can grow and learn things that he might not have learned in a public school.
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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 146 students
  • Average class size: 23 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in St. Louis County, MO is $16,561 for elementary schools and $20,379 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
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