First Lutheran School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked FL School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 95 students
Yearly Tuition: $7,030
Average class size: 10 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

First Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Other school association(s)

Religious Affiliation

Lutheran Church Missouri Synod

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	First Lutheran School
Nursery	1
Pre-K	25
Kind	6
1	8
2	8
3	7
4	4
5	15
6	4
7	6
8	11

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Year Founded

1941

Student Body

Total Students

95 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

13%

State avg.: 48%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

5 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

19:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

99%

Average Class Size

10 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

school uniforms

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$7,030

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Tuition Notes

State approved VPK provider. We accept Step Up For Students and MacKay Scholarships.

Sports

Total Sports Offered

7 sports

Sports

BasketballBowling

Flag FootballFootball

SoccerTrack and Field

Volleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

3 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

S.T.E.A.M.Student Council

Arts and Music Programs:

Fine Arts Festival

School Notes

First Lutheran School offers a fully accredited program for pre-kindergarten children through the 8th grade.
This program features academic and athletic excellence taught in a Lutheran Christian environment.
Our mission is to create an atmosphere of calm, loving discipline and teach basic skills and Christian values, while developing independent thinking.
Enable each child to grow intellectually, socially, emotionally, and spiritually, thus establishing a strong foundation for a child to live a successful, positive, and fulfilling life.
We dedicate ourselves to providing quality Christian education so our students will be able to live successful, positive and Christ-centered lives.
Our Pastors have a major role in proclaiming the Gospel through the ministry of First Lutheran School.
We maintain a qualified, dedicated, experienced, and degreed faculty.
We strive for constant curriculum development and improvement through faculty study, in-service training,and cooperation with other schools.
We strive to give each child individual attention by maintaining reasonable class sizes.
We will work closely with parents so that church, school, and home may cooperate, to the Glory of God, in the education of the children in our care.

All new families are required to meet with the principal and Pastor prior to acceptance. In addition, any previous school records must be provided so that we can assess a student's success in our program.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does First Lutheran School cost?

First Lutheran School's tuition is approximately $7,030 for private students.

What sports does First Lutheran School offer?

First Lutheran School offers 7 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Bowling, Flag Football, Football, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is First Lutheran School's ranking?

First Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for First Lutheran School?

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

In what neighborhood is First Lutheran School located?

First Lutheran School is located in the Pride neighborhood of Clearwater, FL.

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (2 reviews)

5 8/26/2019

My son has been going to FLS since VPK, he is now in 1st grade, I'm so thankful that he is able to go to this school, I love the small class sizes, the teachers are just wonderful, if you're looking for a well-rounded school then I recommend calling FLS. You won't be disappointed.

- Posted by Parent - Maria

5 7/24/2015

My son has attended FLS since 3rd grade (he is now in 6th), and it has been the Best! The teachers and staff are caring and involved. The curriculum is well rounded. My son has thrived since attending there. I would highly recommend FLS to any parent looking for a solid education for their child in a nurturing environment. Go Flames! :)

- Posted by Parent - danie

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The average private school tuition in Clearwater, FL is $12,217 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Clearwater, FL is 78% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).