Central Lutheran School (2026-27 Profile)

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Quick Facts (26-27)

Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 176 students
Yearly Tuition: $7,826
Acceptance rate: 100%
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Lutheran Church Missouri Synod

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Central Lutheran School
Pre-K	39
Kind	24
1	19
2	13
3	19
4	16
5	15
6	13
7	11
8	7

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Mild learning differences

Year Founded

1965

School Calendar

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School Motto

See Jesus, Seek Knowledge, Serve Joyfully

Student Body

Total Students

176 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 16%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

11 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

16:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

20%

Average Class Size

15 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

appropriate attire

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Lutheran Schools Accreditation (NLSA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$7,826

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Tuition Notes

All students need to apply for the Education Savings Account (ESA) through Odyssey in the State of Iowa.

Acceptance Rate

100%

National avg.: 85%

Admissions Director

Franklin O. Parris

Admissions Associate

Jackie Seeck

Application URL

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

8 sports

Sports

BasketballCheering

Cross CountryFlag Football

FootballSoccer

Track and FieldVolleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

3 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

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Lego LeagueStudent Council

Arts and Music Programs:

Show Choir

School Notes

Central Lutheran School is one of nine Lutheran schools in Eastern Iowa.
Central Lutheran School provides students witha quality education built on a firm Christian foundation, so they grow in the knowledge of Jesus as their Savior and become loving servants to others.
We educate children from preschool through grade eight.
We integrate the faith into every subject and how we relate with children in their everyday life.
Our motto: See Jesus, Seek Knowledge, Serve Joyfully!

Central Lutheran School is one of nine Lutheran schools in Eastern Iowa.
Central Lutheran School provides students with a quality education built on a firm Christian foundation, so they grow in the knowledge of Jesus as their Savior and become loving servants to others.
We educate children from preschool through grade eight.
Along with traditional school subjects, we proudly proclaim our faith in Jesus Christ.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Valedictorian 2023 - Top honors at local high school. - 2023 -
- Salutatorian 2023 - Top honors at local high school. - 2023 -

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How much does Central Lutheran School cost?

Central Lutheran School's tuition is approximately $7,826 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Central Lutheran School?

The acceptance rate of Central Lutheran School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 91%.

Who are famous alumni from Central Lutheran School?

Central Lutheran School famous alumni include: Valedictorian 2023 - Top honors at local high school. - 2023 and Salutatorian 2023 - Top honors at local high school. - 2023.

What sports does Central Lutheran School offer?

Central Lutheran School offers 8 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Flag Football, Football, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.

When is the application deadline for Central Lutheran School?

The application deadline for Central Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Iowa is $7,557 for elementary schools and $10,188 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Iowa is 91% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).