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Bethlehem Lutheran School

Bethlehem Lutheran School strives to develop a Christ-centered educational environment that will permeate each child's life.
The school assists families in carrying out the vision and mission of the church.
Bethlehem Lutheran School is a unique Christian community which fosters the spiritual, moral, intellectual, social, emotional, artistic, and physical growth of children in a spirit of forgiveness and love.
This spirit finds its roots in the gospel that Jesus Christ is the Promised Savior who died and rose so that all people might serve our Lord faithfully and live with Him eternally.
Faith and the Christian life come by the power of the Holy Spirit.
At Bethlehem Lutheran School, God's Law and Gospel are vital components of all aspects of life and learning.
Christian education occurs daily in all subjects and activities.
Christian teachers who are academically prepared and state certified are committed to using effective, up-to-date learning and teaching methods and materials to foster the Christian education of all children.
The school community worships frequently, and through projects and the Christian life, witnesses the faith to the community.
As members of the body of Christ, the school community plays, supports, encourages, admonishes, and witnesses to one another.
In a variety of ways, acts of Christlike compassion and love for all people are encouraged.

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Top Ranked MI School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 136 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Bethlehem Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for:

Category
Attribute
School History

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1865
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
136 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
18%
State avg.: 18%
Students by Grade
Bethlehem Lutheran School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.: 13:1
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered
3 sports

School Notes

  • Bethlehem Lutheran School strives to develop a Christ-centered educational environment that will permeate each child's life. The school assists families in carrying out the vision and mission of the church. Bethlehem Lutheran School is a unique Christian community which fosters the spiritual, moral, intellectual, social, emotional, artistic, and physical growth of children in a spirit of forgiveness and love. This spirit finds its roots in the gospel that Jesus Christ is the Promised Savior who died and rose so that all people might serve our Lord faithfully and live with Him eternally. Faith and the Christian life come by the power of the Holy Spirit. At Bethlehem Lutheran School, God's Law and Gospel are vital components of all aspects of life and learning. Christian education occurs daily in all subjects and activities. Christian teachers who are academically prepared and state certified are committed to using effective, up-to-date learning and teaching methods and materials to foster the Christian education of all children. The school community worships frequently, and through projects and the Christian life, witnesses the faith to the community. As members of the body of Christ, the school community plays, supports, encourages, admonishes, and witnesses to one another. In a variety of ways, acts of Christlike compassion and love for all people are encouraged.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does Bethlehem Lutheran School offer?
Bethlehem Lutheran School offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Soccer and Volleyball.
What is Bethlehem Lutheran School's ranking?
Bethlehem Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Bethlehem Lutheran School?
The application deadline for Bethlehem Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Top Ranked MI School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 136 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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