St. John Evangelical Lutheran School

At St. John Lutheran School, our recurring theme is "Focus on discipleship".
It is our goal that our students know Jesus as their personal Lord and Savior and, as a result of that faith, what it means to live as a disciple in this world.
The mission of St. John Lutheran School is to provide, in partnership with parents, a Christian education which guides children to know Jesus as their Savior through God's Word, and to strive for academic excellence in a life of service to Him.
It is our objective to "make disciples". To accomplish this, students at St. John Lutheran School will participate in fellowship, projects, activities, and study, which will help them more fully understand and visibly express the characteristics of discipleship in their lives.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked IN School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 213 students
  • Average class size: 18 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

St. John Evangelical Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for:

Category
Attribute
School History

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1852
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sun. Aug 10, 2025

Student Body

Total Students
213 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
16%
State avg.: 26%
Students by Grade
St. John Evangelical Lutheran School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
18 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
khaki pants and plain polos

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered
4 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Robotics, scrabble club

Arts and Music Programs:
Band, Choir

School Notes

  • At St. John Lutheran School, our recurring theme is "Focus on discipleship". It is our goal that our students know Jesus as their personal Lord and Savior and, as a result of that faith, what it means to live as a disciple in this world. The mission of St. John Lutheran School is to provide, in partnership with parents, a Christian education which guides children to know Jesus as their Savior through God's Word, and to strive for academic excellence in a life of service to Him. It is our objective to "make disciples". To accomplish this, students at St. John Lutheran School will participate in fellowship, projects, activities, and study, which will help them more fully understand and visibly express the characteristics of discipleship in their lives.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does St. John Evangelical Lutheran School offer?
St. John Evangelical Lutheran School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Soccer and Volleyball.
What is St. John Evangelical Lutheran School's ranking?
St. John Evangelical Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. John Evangelical Lutheran School?
The application deadline for St. John Evangelical Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. John Evangelical Lutheran School located?
St. John Evangelical Lutheran School is located in the Southeast neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 1 other private schools located in Southeast.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked IN School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 213 students
  • Average class size: 18 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Indianapolis, IN is $11,201 for elementary schools and $12,851 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Indianapolis, IN is 77% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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