First Lutheran School serves 56 students in grades Kindergarten-6, is a member of the Evangelical Lutheran Education Association (ELEA).
The student:teacher of First Lutheran School is 11:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Lutheran Church Missouri Synod.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 56 students
- Yearly Tuition: $25,000
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
First Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Year Founded
1905
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Mascot
Wild Boars
Student Body
Total Students
56 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
49%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
Number of AP Courses
15 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$25,000
Endowment Size
$50 million
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does First Lutheran School cost?
First Lutheran School's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.
What is First Lutheran School's ranking?
First Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Oldest founding date and Largest endowments.
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).
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