Risen Christ is a private, Christian preschool - 8th grade.
The vision of Risen Christ Lutheran School is that each student will develop and possess a lifelong love of learning, a deep love for God and a habit of prayer, a strong sense of responsibility and integrity, a respect for the inherent value of every person, a curious mind open to new ideas, and a love and respect for life. Risen Christ provides a high quality education with a focus on the growth and development of the whole child-spritual, emotional, social, physical, and academic.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked OH School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 140 students
- Yearly Tuition: $7,250
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Risen Christ Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
IEP requirements
Year Founded
1993
Colors
Red and Gold
School Calendar
Campus Size
15 acres
Student Body
Total Students
140 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
24%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
80%
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
1 course
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Ohio EdChoice, EdChoice Expansion, Jon Peterson, Autism Scholarship Provider, LSGO Scholarship Provider
Admissions Director
Rebecca Reid
Application URL
Endowment Size
$1.5 million
Sports
Total Sports Offered
1 sport
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
11 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Baking ClubBook Club
Chess ClubCompassion Kids
Drama ClubGarden Club
Go Green ClubNational Elementary Honor Society
Newspaper Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Music ClubPraise Team
School Notes
- School Motto: CHILDREN ARE GIFTS FROM GOD
- School Mascot: Phoenix
- Risen Christ, a private, Christian school, earned NLSA National Accreditation in March of 2017 and is a member of the Ohio District LCMS. We take pride in providing the most up-to-date technology and instructional practices, allowing our students to flourish in an atmosphere of challenge and growth as well as preparing them for the road ahead. Risen Christ had the highest profiency rates in English Language of all Clark County non-public schools. Risen Christ offers more than 15 extra-curricular activities and clubs. We invite you to stop by and take a tour to witness Risen Christ's loving, Christian atmosphere and excellence in academic achievement.Educating and inspiring children since 1993. Risen Christ claims a rich history of love and learning for 0ver 3000 students!
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Risen Christ Lutheran School cost?
Risen Christ Lutheran School's tuition is approximately $7,250 for private students.
What schools are Risen Christ Lutheran School often compared to?
Risen Christ Lutheran School is often viewed alongside schools like Emmanuel Christian Academy by visitors of our site.
What sports does Risen Christ Lutheran School offer?
Risen Christ Lutheran School offers 1 interscholastic sports: Dance.
What is Risen Christ Lutheran School's ranking?
Risen Christ Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Risen Christ Lutheran School?
The application deadline for Risen Christ Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: Risen Christ Lutheran School vs. Emmanuel Christian Academy
The nearest high school, elementary school and preschool to Risen Christ Lutheran School is Catholic Central (3.5 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Catholic Central
(Catholic)
1200 E High St
Springfield, OH 45505
(937) 325-9204
Springfield, OH 45505
(937) 325-9204
3.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 593 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 14 Tuition listed
Nightingale Montessori
Montessori School
1106 E High St
Springfield, OH 45505
(937) 324-0336
Springfield, OH 45505
(937) 324-0336
3.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 150 students Tuition listed
Springfield Christian School
(Christian)
311 W High St
Springfield, OH 45506
(937) 325-3113
Springfield, OH 45506
(937) 325-3113
3.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 108 students Tuition listed
Catholic Central School
(Catholic)
800 Lagonda Ave
Springfield, OH 45503
(937) 325-9204
Springfield, OH 45503
(937) 325-9204
3.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 457 students Tuition listed
Covenant Childrens Academy
Daycare / Preschool (Presbyterian)
201 N Limestone St
Springfield, OH 45503
(937) 325-2427
Springfield, OH 45503
(937) 325-2427
3.8 miles
Gr: PK-K | 18 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Catholic Central
(Catholic)
1200 E High St
Springfield, OH 45505
(937) 325-9204
Springfield, OH 45505
(937) 325-9204
3.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 593 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 14 Tuition listed
Nightingale Montessori
Montessori School
1106 E High St
Springfield, OH 45505
(937) 324-0336
Springfield, OH 45505
(937) 324-0336
3.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 150 students Tuition listed
Catholic Central School
(Catholic)
800 Lagonda Ave
Springfield, OH 45503
(937) 325-9204
Springfield, OH 45503
(937) 325-9204
3.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 457 students Tuition listed
2177 Emmanuel Way
Springfield, OH 45502
(937) 390-3777
Springfield, OH 45502
(937) 390-3777
7.3 miles
Gr: K-12 | 377 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
Guiding Shepherd Christian School
(Christian)
220 S Main St
New Carlisle, OH 45344
(937) 845-3292
New Carlisle, OH 45344
(937) 845-3292
12 miles
Gr: K-12 | 29 students Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Catholic Central
(Catholic)
1200 E High St
Springfield, OH 45505
(937) 325-9204
Springfield, OH 45505
(937) 325-9204
3.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 593 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 14 Tuition listed
Nightingale Montessori
Montessori School
1106 E High St
Springfield, OH 45505
(937) 324-0336
Springfield, OH 45505
(937) 324-0336
3.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 150 students Tuition listed
Springfield Christian School
(Christian)
311 W High St
Springfield, OH 45506
(937) 325-3113
Springfield, OH 45506
(937) 325-3113
3.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 108 students Tuition listed
Catholic Central School
(Catholic)
800 Lagonda Ave
Springfield, OH 45503
(937) 325-9204
Springfield, OH 45503
(937) 325-9204
3.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 457 students Tuition listed
Maiden Lane Educare
(Church of God)
1201 Maiden Ln
Springfield, OH 45504
(937) 325-6528
Springfield, OH 45504
(937) 325-6528
4 miles
Gr: K-1 | 12 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Catholic Central
(Catholic)
1200 E High St
Springfield, OH 45505
(937) 325-9204
Springfield, OH 45505
(937) 325-9204
3.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 593 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 14 Tuition listed
Nightingale Montessori
Montessori School
1106 E High St
Springfield, OH 45505
(937) 324-0336
Springfield, OH 45505
(937) 324-0336
3.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 150 students Tuition listed
Springfield Christian School
(Christian)
311 W High St
Springfield, OH 45506
(937) 325-3113
Springfield, OH 45506
(937) 325-3113
3.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 108 students Tuition listed
Catholic Central School
(Catholic)
800 Lagonda Ave
Springfield, OH 45503
(937) 325-9204
Springfield, OH 45503
(937) 325-9204
3.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 457 students Tuition listed
Covenant Childrens Academy
Daycare / Preschool (Presbyterian)
201 N Limestone St
Springfield, OH 45503
(937) 325-2427
Springfield, OH 45503
(937) 325-2427
3.8 miles
Gr: PK-K | 18 students
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Hadley E Watts Middle School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7056 Mcewen Rd
Dayton, OH 45459
(937) 434-0370
Dayton, OH 45459
(937) 434-0370
9182.1 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 777 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
8388 Paragon Rd
Dayton, OH 45458
(937) 312-1273
Dayton, OH 45458
(937) 312-1273
9182.2 miles
Gr: PK-1 | 679 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Weller Elementary School
(Math: 86% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
9600 Sheehan Rd
Dayton, OH 45458
(937) 885-3273
Dayton, OH 45458
(937) 885-3273
9182.4 miles
Gr: 2-5 | 533 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Normandy Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
401 Normandy Ridge Rd
Dayton, OH 45459
(937) 434-0917
Dayton, OH 45459
(937) 434-0917
9182.6 miles
Gr: 2-5 | 495 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Magsig Middle School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
192 W Franklin St
Dayton, OH 45459
(937) 433-0965
Dayton, OH 45459
(937) 433-0965
9182.7 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 571 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
School Reviews
5 5/23/2025
This school has changed my son's life. When my son started preschool he would hide under desks if people talked to him. Thanks to the support and care from his wonderful teachers, he is now about to enter 3rd grade as a confident, funny, smart kid. The teachers care so deeply about their students, and pour so much time and talent into the education of their students. I can't recommend this school enough.
5 8/12/2019
We absolutely enjoyed our grandson attending this school for 5th & 6th grade. He had just moved to this area and we were so happy that his family found this great school for him. The staff was very capable, caring, and accommodating. Just wish it went on to 7th grade. Highly recommended.
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