Salem Lutheran School

Lutheran Association for Special Education (LASE) will assist and support schools to address the cognitive, social and spiritual development of children with special needs so they may fully enjoy their God-given potential." Resources that are offered at Salem are through Lutheran Association for Special Education here in St.
Louis, MO. The Learning Center offers many types of resources for children who struggle academically and who have special academic needs by giving the tools and support for each child to be successful in all they do.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked MO School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 171 students
  • Acceptance rate: 95%
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

Salem Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for:

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Attribute
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1861

Student Body

Total Students
171 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
99%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade
Salem Lutheran School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
12 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Solid Color Polos and Khaki pants

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
$250 per child application fee
Acceptance Rate
95%
National avg.: 81%
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Sports

Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of Salem Lutheran School?
The acceptance rate of Salem Lutheran School is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 85%.
What sports does Salem Lutheran School offer?
Salem Lutheran School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Salem Lutheran School's ranking?
Salem Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Salem Lutheran School?
The application deadline for Salem Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked MO School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 171 students
  • Acceptance rate: 95%
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in St. Louis County, MO is $16,297 for elementary schools and $19,902 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in St. Louis County, MO is 84% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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