St. John's is committed to providing a foundation and direction for children in helping them to grow up to be all that God has created them to be.
For over 135 years, St. John's has shared God's blessings with children through its Sunday School and for 29 years, St.
John's operated an elementary school on site. We continue this service to our members and our community by offering Christian education for children from age 3 through 12th grade.
St. John's provides for the needs of those in 7th through 12th grades with Teen Lutheran Christians, helping them grow in the connections to God and to others their own age during this transitional time in their lives.
TLC also helps connect with other teens on a larger scale, helping them participate in major youth rallys held yearly across North America.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 33 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
33 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
27%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- St. John's is committed to providing a foundation and direction for children in helping them to grow up to be all that God has created them to be. For over 135 years, St. John's has shared God's blessings with children through its Sunday School and for 29 years, St. John's operated an elementary school on site. We continue this service to our members and our community by offering Christian education for children from age 3 through 12th grade. St. John's provides for the needs of those in 7th through 12th grades with Teen Lutheran Christians, helping them grow in the connections to God and to others their own age during this transitional time in their lives. TLC also helps connect with other teens on a larger scale, helping them participate in major youth rallys held yearly across North America.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are St. John Lutheran School often compared to?
St. John Lutheran School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Bartholomew Elementary School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for St. John Lutheran School?
The application deadline for St. John Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. John Lutheran School located?
St. John Lutheran School is located in the St Anthony West neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN.
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