Good Shepherd Lutheran School (2026-27 Profile)

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Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 150 students
Yearly Tuition: $8,380
Acceptance rate: 97%
Average class size: 16 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade

Grade	Good Shepherd Lutheran School
Pre-K	24
Kind	7
1	15
2	15
3	22
4	18
5	14
6	13
7	11
8	11

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Pre-K is the largest grade at Good Shepherd Lutheran School, with 24 students.

Year Founded

1980

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Student Body

Total Students

150 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 23%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

11 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

14:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

Average Class Size

16 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Dress should be appropriate for witnessing one's life of faith.

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod School Accreditation (WELSSA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$8,380

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Tuition Notes

Scholarships are available. Discounts apply for multiple siblings.

% on Financial Aid

15%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$1,750

Acceptance Rate

97%

National avg.: 85%

Admissions Director

Bill Arndt

Application URL

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

7 sports

Sports

BasketballBowling

CheeringCross Country

SoccerTrack and Field

Volleyball

School Mascot

Panthers

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

7 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Lego ClubMath Competitions

Robotics Team

Arts and Music Programs:

Group Band and Individual LessonsJunior Choir

Spelling Bee

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Disc Golf Club

School Notes

Founded in 1980, Good Shepherd Lutheran School offers a well-rounded elementary education taught in the light of God`s Word within an intimate setting.
The average classroom size of 17 students allows for our staff of caring teachers to devote quality time to classroom instruction. Our students consistently score higher on standardized tests than their public school counterparts.
A family-friendly atmosphere is evidence of many active and involved parents.
Accredited through the Minnesota Non-Public School Accreditation Association (MNSAA)
Our school provides a safe and secure environment for all students.
At Good Shepherd, we take very seriously the privilege, challenge, and responsibility entrusted to us when assisting parents in providing a Christian education for their children.

Founded in 1980, Good Shepherd Lutheran School offers a well-rounded elementary education taught in the light of God`s Word within an intimate setting.
The average classroom size of 17 students allows for our staff of 13 caring teachers to devote quality time for classroom instruction.
Our students consistently score higher on standardized tests than their public school counterparts.
A family-friendly atmosphere is evidence of many active and involved parents.
The school is accredited through the Minnesota Non-Public School Accreditation Association (MNSAA).
Our school provides a safe and secure environment for all students.
At Good Shepherd we take very seriously the privilege, challenge and responsibility entrusted to us when assisting parents in providing a Christian education for their children.

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How much does Good Shepherd Lutheran School cost?

Good Shepherd Lutheran School's tuition is approximately $8,380 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Good Shepherd Lutheran School?

The acceptance rate of Good Shepherd Lutheran School is 97%, which is higher than the national average of 91%.

What sports does Good Shepherd Lutheran School offer?

Good Shepherd Lutheran School offers 7 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.

When is the application deadline for Good Shepherd Lutheran School?

The application deadline for Good Shepherd 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 Dakota County, MN is $13,538 for elementary schools and $21,714 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Dakota County, MN is 90% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).