Mission Statement: Training disciples of Jesus Christ through the Word and a Christ-centered education.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked MN School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 178 students
- Yearly Tuition: $3,750
- Acceptance rate: 100%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. John Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota 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
Year Founded
1983
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
178 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
5%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
80%
Average Class Size
15 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
$1500 TUITION FOR ST JOHN MEMBERS
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Todd Brassow
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
Band
School Notes
- Mission Statement:Training disciples of Jesus Christ through the Word and a Christ-centered education. The motto: ONE in the light emphasizes the school's role as to outreach to the community, nurture the faith which begins at baptism and equip to serve the Lord.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. John Lutheran School cost?
St. John Lutheran School's tuition is approximately $3,750 for private students.
What schools are St. John Lutheran School often compared to?
St. John Lutheran School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Paul's Lutheran School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of St. John Lutheran School?
The acceptance rate of St. John Lutheran School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 87%.
What sports does St. John Lutheran School offer?
St. John Lutheran School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is St. John Lutheran School's ranking?
St. John Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
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).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: St. John Lutheran School vs. St. Paul's Lutheran School
The nearest high school to St. John Lutheran School is Vestwood Education Dba:one School Global Redwood F (14.8 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Anne School (11.7 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
St. Anne School
(Catholic)
1054 Cedar Street
Wabasso, MN 56293
(507) 342-5389
Wabasso, MN 56293
(507) 342-5389
11.7 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 110 students
Vestwood Education Dba:one School Global Redwood F
Vocational/Technical School (Brethren)
320 Center St
Vesta, MN 86292
(507) 637-1858
Vesta, MN 86292
(507) 637-1858
14.8 miles
Gr: 3-12 | 37 students
St. Mary's School
(Catholic)
140 S 10th St
Bird Island, MN 55310
(320) 365-3693
Bird Island, MN 55310
(320) 365-3693
19 miles
Gr: K-8 | 153 students Tuition listed
Praire Lutheran School Upper Site
(Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
15 Ne 2nd Street, Fairfax, Mn 55332, Usa
Fairfax, MN 55332
(507) 426-7755
Fairfax, MN 55332
(507) 426-7755
19.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 77 students
104 Saint Marys Street NW
Sleepy Eye, MN 56085
(507) 794-4121
Sleepy Eye, MN 56085
(507) 794-4121
25.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 298 students Sports: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Vestwood Education Dba:one School Global Redwood F
Vocational/Technical School (Brethren)
320 Center St
Vesta, MN 86292
(507) 637-1858
Vesta, MN 86292
(507) 637-1858
14.8 miles
Gr: 3-12 | 37 students
104 Saint Marys Street NW
Sleepy Eye, MN 56085
(507) 794-4121
Sleepy Eye, MN 56085
(507) 794-4121
25.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 298 students Sports: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
204 School St
Prinsburg, MN 56281
(320) 978-8700
Prinsburg, MN 56281
(320) 978-8700
28.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 338 students Avg. class size: 30 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 13 Tuition listed
Hope Academy Of Hope Harbor
All-girls | Alternative School (Christian)
Po Box 26
Marshall, MN 56258
(507) 537-4525
Marshall, MN 56258
(507) 537-4525
33.4 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 5 students
New Ulm Area Catholic Schools
(Catholic)
600 N Washington St
New Ulm, MN 56073
(507) 354-2719
New Ulm, MN 56073
(507) 354-2719
35.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 373 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
St. Anne School
(Catholic)
1054 Cedar Street
Wabasso, MN 56293
(507) 342-5389
Wabasso, MN 56293
(507) 342-5389
11.7 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 110 students
Vestwood Education Dba:one School Global Redwood F
Vocational/Technical School (Brethren)
320 Center St
Vesta, MN 86292
(507) 637-1858
Vesta, MN 86292
(507) 637-1858
14.8 miles
Gr: 3-12 | 37 students
St. Mary's School
(Catholic)
140 S 10th St
Bird Island, MN 55310
(320) 365-3693
Bird Island, MN 55310
(320) 365-3693
19 miles
Gr: K-8 | 153 students Tuition listed
Praire Lutheran School Upper Site
(Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
15 Ne 2nd Street, Fairfax, Mn 55332, Usa
Fairfax, MN 55332
(507) 426-7755
Fairfax, MN 55332
(507) 426-7755
19.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 77 students
104 Saint Marys Street NW
Sleepy Eye, MN 56085
(507) 794-4121
Sleepy Eye, MN 56085
(507) 794-4121
25.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 298 students Sports: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
St. Anne School
(Catholic)
1054 Cedar Street
Wabasso, MN 56293
(507) 342-5389
Wabasso, MN 56293
(507) 342-5389
11.7 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 110 students
Praire Lutheran School Upper Site
(Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
15 Ne 2nd Street, Fairfax, Mn 55332, Usa
Fairfax, MN 55332
(507) 426-7755
Fairfax, MN 55332
(507) 426-7755
19.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 77 students
St. Raphael Elementary School
(Catholic)
20 W Van Dusen St
Springfield, MN 56087
(507) 723-4135
Springfield, MN 56087
(507) 723-4135
21.7 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 84 students
104 Saint Marys Street NW
Sleepy Eye, MN 56085
(507) 794-4121
Sleepy Eye, MN 56085
(507) 794-4121
25.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 298 students Sports: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Grace Lutheran School
Alternative School (Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (formerly AELC, ALC, or LCA))
710 4th Ave Sw
Sleepy Eye, MN 56085
(507) 794-7793
Sleepy Eye, MN 56085
(507) 794-7793
25.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 8 students
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Reede Gray Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
201 Mcphail Dr
Redwood Falls, MN 56283
(507) 644-7628
Redwood Falls, MN 56283
(507) 644-7628
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 442 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Redwood Valley Alternative
Alternative School
100 George Ramseth Dr
Redwood Falls, MN 56283
(507) 644-3531
Redwood Falls, MN 56283
(507) 644-3531
1.2 miles
Gr: 9-12
Redwood Valley Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
100 George Ramseth Dr
Redwood Falls, MN 56283
(507) 644-3521
Redwood Falls, MN 56283
(507) 644-3521
1.2 miles
Gr: 5-8 | 309 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Redwood Valley Senior High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
100 George Ramseth Dr
Redwood Falls, MN 56283
(507) 644-3511
Redwood Falls, MN 56283
(507) 644-3511
1.2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 362 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Swwc Elc - Marshall
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1510 Stadium Drive Suite 1
Marshall, MN 56258
(507) 938-4111
Marshall, MN 56258
(507) 938-4111
11.3 miles
Gr: K-12 | 11 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
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