The education of the children at Bethany Lutheran School is based on the need for a firm foundation of basic knowledge to ensure the tools necessary to function successfully in the broadening scope of education.
All subjects are presented using methods that make education creative and meaningful.
All subjects throughout the day are approached from a distinctly Christian point of view.
We will teach the Bible truths as confessed by the Evangelical Lutheran Church.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 109 students
- Average class size: 14 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
1976
Student Body
Total Students
109 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
11%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
14 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
neat, clean, appropriate, modest, non-distracting. School logo wear needed for field trips, programs, sports.
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Call for current tuition rates. Family discounts available.
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Band InstructionJr. Choir
Piano Lessons
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Jr. Cheerleading
School Notes
- 1. Kindergarten,age 5 on or before August 31; Gr. 1, successful completion of Kgtn or age 6 on or before August 31;Gr. 2-8: successful completion of previous grade. 2. Completion of application/enrollment in TADS (online registration system) 3.Up-to-date immunization form or approved exemption. 4. Gr. 1-8: most recent report card from previous school. 5. Placement testing of all students, school administration approval.
Source: Verified school update
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Bethany Lutheran Church & Early Learning Center offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Softball and Track and Field.
When is the application deadline for Bethany Lutheran Church & Early Learning Center?
The application deadline for Bethany Lutheran Church & Early Learning Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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