First Lutheran Elementary School in Van Nuys, CA, serves 68 students in grades K–6 within a central city setting.
The school operates under the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod and offers a co–ed regular elementary program.
The student–teacher ratio of 17:1, supported by a total of 4 teachers.
Approximately 71% of the student body represents students of color.
Tuition information is consistent with local averages for California K–6 private schools in the Van Nuys area.
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Student Body
Total Students
68 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
71%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for First Lutheran Elementary School?
The application deadline for First Lutheran Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to First Lutheran Elementary School is Crawford Academy (0.8 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is St. Elisabeth School (0.4 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Abc Little School (1.2 miles away)
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Quick Facts
6635 Tobias Ave
Van Nuys, CA 91405
(818) 779-1766
Van Nuys, CA 91405
(818) 779-1766
0.4 miles
Gr: K-8 | 116 students Tuition listed
14702 Sylvan Street
Van Nuys, CA 91411
(818) 780-6226
Van Nuys, CA 91411
(818) 780-6226
0.9 miles
Gr: K-6 | 105 students Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition listed
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13639 Victory Boulevard
Van Nuys, CA 91401
(818) 782-4001
Van Nuys, CA 91401
(818) 782-4001
1.2 miles
Gr: K-6 | 355 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 13 Tuition listed
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