Bethlehem Lutheran School

Bethlehem Lutheran School serves 286 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, is a member of the National Lutheran Schools Accreditation and the Northwest Association of Accredited Schools.
The student:teacher of Bethlehem Lutheran School is 18:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Lutheran Church Missouri Synod.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked WA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 286 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $6,744
  • Acceptance rate: 85%
  • Average class size: 24 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

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

Category
Attribute
Sports offered
School History
School Resources

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1911
First Day of School
Sun. Aug 31, 2025

Student Body

Total Students
286 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Bethlehem Lutheran School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
24 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Standard of Dress

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Registration fee: $200 Preschool & Pre-K, $250 for new K-8th students ($200 for returning). Multiple student discounts available.
Acceptance Rate
85%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Anna Noble
Application URL
Endowment Size
$50 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered
8 sports
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Bethlehem Lutheran School cost?
Bethlehem Lutheran School's tuition is approximately $6,744 for private students.
What schools are Bethlehem Lutheran School often compared to?
Bethlehem Lutheran School is often viewed alongside schools like Calvary Christian School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Bethlehem Lutheran School?
The acceptance rate of Bethlehem Lutheran School is 85%, which is higher than the national average of 81%.
What sports does Bethlehem Lutheran School offer?
Bethlehem Lutheran School offers 8 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Dance, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Track and Field and Volleyball. Bethlehem Lutheran School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Washington for most sports offered.
What is Bethlehem Lutheran School's ranking?
Bethlehem Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for: Largest student body, Most sports offered, Oldest founding date and Largest endowments.
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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Date
Early Release - Last day of school
June 06, 2025 (Friday)

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked WA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 286 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $6,744
  • Acceptance rate: 85%
  • Average class size: 24 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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