GLORIFY - GROW - GO GLORIFY God...GROW in spiritual and academic excellence, and ...GO with the word into the world! At our school, we are deeply committed to Christ-centered education.
We strive to create a nurturing environment where students not only excel academically but also grow spiritually.
We aim to equip each student to embrace their God-given gifts and talents.
We prepare students to confidently go forth into the world as compassionate ambassadors of Christ's love.
We seek to develop servant leaders who positively impact their communities and faithfully fulfill God's purpose for their lives.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 67 students
- Yearly Tuition: $5,000
- Acceptance rate: 99%
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1955
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
67 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
5%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
17%
Average Class Size
10 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
There is a discounted rate for additional children, member children, or other personal circumstances. Financial aid is available. Church member discount.
Acceptance Rate
99%
National avg.: 81%
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
7 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
9 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
BandFine Arts Festival
ForensicsJunior Choir
Math MeetSpelling Bee
Club or Organization:
Science Fair
Arts and Music Programs:
Art FairPiano
School Notes
- School Motto: Sharing the Gospel message of Christ to All!
- Mt. Olive has proudly served the community for over 50 years!
- MTO offers a licensed PreK-8th Grade Education.
- Before and after school care!
- Low teacher/student ratio offering more individualized instruction.
- We offer amulti-grade classroomsexperience for students in 1st - 8th grade.
- MTO is deeply committed to providing a Christ-Centered education for all of our students!
- Mt. Olive Lutheran Preschool - Best of Delano 2024
- Preschool is Parent Aware rated!
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Mt. Olive Lutheran School cost?
Mt. Olive Lutheran School's tuition is approximately $5,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Mt. Olive Lutheran School?
The acceptance rate of Mt. Olive Lutheran School is 99%, which is higher than the national average of 86%.
What sports does Mt. Olive Lutheran School offer?
Mt. Olive Lutheran School offers 7 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Mt. Olive Lutheran School?
The application deadline for Mt. Olive Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Mt. Olive Lutheran School is Lakeside Academy (7.8 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Maximilian Kolbe (0.3 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
235 Second Street South
Delano, MN 55328
(763) 972-2528
Delano, MN 55328
(763) 972-2528
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 143 students Avg. class size: 15 students Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Lakeside Academy
All-boys (Christian)
100 Garrison Ave Ne
Buffalo, MN 55313
(612) 238-6710
Buffalo, MN 55313
(612) 238-6710
7.8 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 22 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition listed
Salem Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
9615 Pioneer Trail
Loretto, MN 55357
(763) 498-7283
Loretto, MN 55357
(763) 498-7283
8.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 79 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
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512 County Road 10 SE
Watertown, MN 55388
(952) 955-1419
Watertown, MN 55388
(952) 955-1419
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(763) 498-5437
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(763) 498-5437
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