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St. John's Lutheran School

505 E Carpenter St Midland, MI 48640
Tel: (989) 835-7041
sjlmidland.org
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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 68 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $3,000
  • Acceptance rate: 100%
  • Average class size: 8 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update
St. John's Lutheran School Photo #1
St. John's Lutheran School Photo #2 - Outdoor Ed at Camp Rotary in Clare was so much fun this year. We tried our hand at climbing and rappelling, archery, shooting bb guns, and other fun games with students from other schools. (Fall 2019)
St. John's Lutheran School Photo #3 - Students of SJL School learn and have fun while conducting water testing experiments, getting salmon eggs in the fall, releasing salmon in the spring, and competing in Science Fairs and in the Delta Math Competition. Hands-on learning is awesome! Especially when it is applied to real-world and outdoor activities. (Fall 2019)
St. John's Lutheran School Photo #4 - The co-ed soccer team plays in the fall and includes student-athletes in the 4th-8th grade. Our team had a great time competing in our league and the end-of-season tournament this year. (Fall 2019)
St. John's Lutheran School Photo #5 - Our Boys' J.V. Basketball team (3rd-5th grade) receives instruction from Coach B. (Late Fall 2019)
St. John's Lutheran School Photo #6 - At SJL School, we wear maroon and gold uniforms and are known as the Eagles. Our Girls' J.V. Basketball team is made up of student-athletes in the 3rd-5th grade. (Late Fall 2019)
St. John's Lutheran School Photo #7 - Time flies when you're having fun! The young ladies pictured here are all in high school now. The three youngest in this photo played on our State Tournament Varsity Girls Basketball Team while in the 8th grade in March of 2019. So proud! (Winter 2015)
St. John's Lutheran School Photo #8 - Coach M. and Coach Z. with the Boys' J.V. Basketball team in the winter of 2015. These boys experienced great success on and off the court while here at SJL.
St. John's Lutheran School Photo #9 - Coach B. and Coach Z. with the ladies of the Varsity Basketball team in the winter of 2015.
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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 68 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $3,000
  • Acceptance rate: 100%
  • Average class size: 8 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

St. John's Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for:

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Attribute
Affordability
Least expensive tuition

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Students By Grade

Distribution of Students By Grade

GradeSt. John's Lutheran School
Kind9
17
210
34
411
59
65
77
86
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Year Founded
1946
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Student Body

Total Students
68 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
13%
State avg.: 19%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
8 students

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$3,000
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Tuition Notes
Tuition is $1,200 for members of St. John's Lutheran Church, $1,700 for members of other Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod congregations, and $3,000 for everyone else. The actual cost to educate a student is about $7,200, but the church members cover what you are not charged. Also, tuition assistance is available. Please contact us for more details.
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 85%
Application URL
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Sports

Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Sports
BasketballCheering
SoccerTrack and Field
Volleyball
School Mascot
Eagles

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
6 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Battle of the Books TeamStem Club
Yearbook Club


Arts and Music Programs:
Choir and BandChoir Chimes


Recreational Athletic Programs:
Pee Wee Basketball

School Notes

  • St. John's Lutheran School was established in 1946 and is operated by St. John's Lutheran Church.
  • The school is designed to provide a complete program of quality Christian education in the Lutheran tradition based on the conviction that learning and living take on meaningful dimensions only when related to Christ.
  • Curriculum: Although taught as a subject each day, religion permeates the entire curriculum.
  • All subjects are presented in the light of God's Word.
  • The curriculum parallels that offered by the Midland Public Schools.
  • Accreditation: St. John's has National Lutheran School and Michigan Non-Public Schools Accreditation.
  • St. John's Lutheran School's mission is to make disciples for Jesus Christ through a Gospel-oriented ministry that provides a Christ-centered education, integrated with a quality academic program, to churched and unchurched families.
  • St. John's Lutheran School was established in 1946 and is operated by St. John's Lutheran Church. The school is designed to provide a complete program of quality Christian education in the Lutheran tradition based on the conviction that learning and living take on meaningful dimensions only when related to Christ. Curriculum: Although taught as a subject each day, religion permeates the entire curriculum. All subjects are presented in the light of God's Word. The curriculum parallels that offered by the Midland Public Schools. Accreditation: St. John's has National Lutheran School and Michigan Non-Public Schools Accreditation. St. John's Lutheran School's mission is to make disciples for Jesus Christ through a Gospel-oriented ministry that provides a Christ-centered education, integrated with a quality academic program, to churched and unchurched families.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. John's Lutheran School cost?
St. John's Lutheran School's tuition is approximately $3,000 for private students.
What schools are St. John's Lutheran School often compared to?
St. John's Lutheran School is often viewed alongside schools like Calvary Baptist Academy, Good Shepherd Evangelical Lutheran School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of St. John's Lutheran School?
The acceptance rate of St. John's Lutheran School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 91%.
What sports does St. John's Lutheran School offer?
St. John's Lutheran School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for St. John's Lutheran School?
The application deadline for St. John's Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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