Lutheran Academy - Scranton

Lutheran Academy–Scranton is a co–ed private school in Scranton, PA, serving 16 students in grades 1 through 8 within a city community setting.
Founded in 2007, the school operates under the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod religious affiliation.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 4:1 with a total of 4 teachers supporting its enrollment.
Approximately 36% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting some diversity within the small enrollment.
Tuition information is not specified, but local elementary private schools in Scranton average $7,020 annually.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 1-8
  • Enrollment: 16 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-8
Year Founded
2007

Student Body

Total Students
16 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
36%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL

School Notes

  • School Motto: To build up the lives of God’s children through the training up of their minds, bodies, and Christian faith; that every child might become a lifelong learner, equipped to serve Jesus Christ in their lives of service to mankind.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 1-8
  • Enrollment: 16 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Scranton, PA is $7,020 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

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