First Good Shepherd Lutheran School was established in 1957, the oldest Protestant Christian School in the state of Nevada.
First Good Shepherd offers a quality Christian education to the children of Southern Nevada and to families who agree to cooperate with the guidelines and principles of our academic and Christ-centered program.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked NV School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 85 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
First Good Shepherd Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Year Founded
1940
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
85 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
32%
State avg.: 33%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is First Good Shepherd Lutheran School's ranking?
First Good Shepherd Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Nevada for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for First Good Shepherd Lutheran School?
The application deadline for First Good Shepherd Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is First Good Shepherd Lutheran School located?
First Good Shepherd Lutheran School is located in the Downtown Las Vegas neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 1 other private schools located in Downtown Las Vegas.
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Quick Facts
5825 Eldora Avenue
Las Vegas, NV 89146
(702) 939-5050
Las Vegas, NV 89146
(702) 939-5050
5.2 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 651 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
8100 Westcliff Dr
Las Vegas, NV 89145
(702) 869-1109
Las Vegas, NV 89145
(702) 869-1109
7.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 283 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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