St. James Lutheran School

St. James Lutheran School believes, that as a Parochial School of the Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod - Minnesota South District, we must offer education for the whole child - body, mind, and spirit.
Our school follows the directives of our Lord, "Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you," and in so doing making Jesus Christ and Eternal Salvation the focal point while providing all academic subjects that are required by the state of Minnesota.
The mission of St. James Lutheran Church and School is to learn, teach, live, and proclaim the truth of eternal life through faith in Jesus Christ our Savior as revealed in God's Word.
St. James Lutheran School believes, that as a Parochial School of the Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod - Minnesota South District, we must offer education for the whole child - body, mind, and spirit.
Our school follows the directives of our Lord, "Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you." and in so doing making Jesus Christ and Eternal Salvation the focal point while providing all academic subjects that are required by the State of Minnesota.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 47 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8

Student Body

Total Students
47 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade
St. James Lutheran School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • St. James Lutheran School believes, that as a Parochial School of the Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod - Minnesota South District, we must offer education for the whole child - body, mind, and spirit. Our school follows the directives of our Lord, "Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you," and in so doing making Jesus Christ and Eternal Salvation the focal point while providing all academic subjects that are required by the state of Minnesota. The mission of St. James Lutheran Church and School is to learn, teach, live, and proclaim the truth of eternal life through faith in Jesus Christ our Savior as revealed in God's Word. St. James Lutheran School believes, that as a Parochial School of the Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod - Minnesota South District, we must offer education for the whole child - body, mind, and spirit. Our school follows the directives of our Lord, "Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you." and in so doing making Jesus Christ and Eternal Salvation the focal point while providing all academic subjects that are required by the State of Minnesota.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 47 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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