LCC Day School is a partnership of school, church, and families, inspiring superior academic performance while instilling leadership, responsibility, and values in a nurturing environment.
Our mission is to meet the changing needs of our students as they develop their God-given potential from early childhood through adolescence.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked FL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 493 students
- Yearly Tuition: $6,600
- Acceptance rate: 90%
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Lutheran Church Of The Cross Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1969
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
School Motto
LCC Day School is a partnership of school, church, and families, inspiring superior academic performance while instilling leadership, responsibility, and values in a nurturing environment.
Student Body
Total Students
493 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
5%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
16 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Elementary program- $6600
Middle School program- $7500
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 81%
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Lutheran Church Of The Cross Day School cost?
Lutheran Church Of The Cross Day School's tuition is approximately $6,600 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Lutheran Church Of The Cross Day School?
The acceptance rate of Lutheran Church Of The Cross Day School is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 81%.
What is Lutheran Church Of The Cross Day School's ranking?
Lutheran Church Of The Cross Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Least expensive tuition and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Lutheran Church Of The Cross Day School?
The application deadline for Lutheran Church Of The Cross Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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