Lutheran High School Northwest

Lutheran High School Northwest, Detroit's fourth Lutheran high school, opened in September of 1978 in the educational wing of Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in Farmington Hills.
Lutheran High School Northwest is committed to equip students for a life of Christian service through a curriculum of academic excellence, encouraged through a caring Christ-centered environment where God's word is shared daily.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 251 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $8,480
  • Acceptance rate: 87%
  • Average class size: 23 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1978

Student Body

Total Students
251 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
2%
State avg.: 19%
Students by Grade
Lutheran High School Northwest Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
23 students
Number of AP Courses
15 courses
Classroom Dress Code
Formal

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Acceptance Rate
87%
National avg.: 81%

School Notes

  • School Motto: Learning for Life, Leading in Truth
  • Lutheran High School Northwest, Detroit's fourth Lutheran high school, opened in September of 1978 in the educational wing of Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in Farmington Hills. Lutheran High School Northwest is committed to equip students for a life of Christian service through a curriculum of academic excellence, encouraged through a caring Christ-centered environment where God's word is shared daily.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Lutheran High School Northwest cost?
Lutheran High School Northwest's tuition is approximately $8,480 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Lutheran High School Northwest?
The acceptance rate of Lutheran High School Northwest is 87%, which is lower than the national average of 88%.
When is the application deadline for Lutheran High School Northwest?
The application deadline for Lutheran High School Northwest is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 251 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $8,480
  • Acceptance rate: 87%
  • Average class size: 23 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Oakland County, MI is $17,287 for elementary schools and $18,758 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Oakland County, MI is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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