Hope Lutheran Church founded a Pre-School after recognizing a need in the community for quality Christian education and childcare.
Following a positive response to its Pre-School, the Kindergarten class was opened in 1998 and each succeeding year a new grade will be added until all the elementary grades have been established.
Currently, Hope Lutheran Elementary School offers education for children in Kindergarten - Fourth grade.
Our school seeks close cooperation of home, school and church with the goal of guiding young people to fulfill their purpose in life as educated, dedicated Christian citizens.
The Curriculum includes those subjects commonly taught in elementary schools is set forth by the State of California.
A strong emphasis is placed on basic traditional academic subjects.
Report cards are issued four times a year, and Parent Teacher Conferences are held twice a year.
The Stanford Achievement Test will be given annually to all students in grade 1 and above.
Hope Lutheran Elementary School admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin and does not discriminate in the administration of its educational policies, admission policies, or other school programs.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 151 students
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Hope Lutheran Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1987
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
151 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Average Class Size
16 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Hope Lutheran Day School?
The application deadline for Hope Lutheran Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Hope Lutheran Day School located?
Hope Lutheran Day School is located in the St Francis neighborhood of Daly City, CA.
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