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St. John's Lutheran School

49894 132nd Street Vernon Center, MN 56090

Tel: (507) 549-3036

www.stjohnswillowcreek.org

Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked MN School
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
Enrollment: 26 students
Yearly Tuition: $25,000
Acceptance rate: 25%
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked MN School
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
Enrollment: 26 students
Yearly Tuition: $25,000
Acceptance rate: 25%
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

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

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Lutheran Church Missouri Synod

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	St. John's Lutheran School
Kind	2
1	3
2	1
3	2
4	3
5	4
6	4
7	4
8	3

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Year Founded

1905

Campus Size

50 acres

Student Body

Total Students

26 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 23%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

2 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

13:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

15 students

Number of AP Courses

15 courses

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$25,000

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Acceptance Rate

25%

National avg.: 82%

Endowment Size

$50 million

School Notes

St. John Lutheran School, a ministry of St. John Lutheran Church in Chester, was established in 1849.
The school offers Kindergarten through 8th grade as well as a three and four year old pre-school program.
It currently has 158 students enrolled.
We the members of St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church believe that in response to the Good News of the Gospel we are to Glorify God in all that we do, specially through Corporate worship, Biblical instruction, Christian fellowship and Mission outreach.

School Motto: Truth and Honor
School Mascot: Wild Boars

St. John Lutheran School, a ministry of St. John Lutheran Church in Chester, was established in 1849. The school offers Kindergarten through 8th grade as well as a three and four year old pre-school program. It currently has 158 students enrolled. We the members of St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church believe that in response to the Good News of the Gospel we are to Glorify God in all that we do, specially through Corporate worship, Biblical instruction, Christian fellowship and Mission outreach.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- John Doe, Nobel Laureate -

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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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 $25,000 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 Immanuel Lutheran School, Mount Olive 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 25%, which is lower than the national average of 87%. St. John's Lutheran School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Minnesota with low acceptance rates.

Who are famous alumni from St. John's Lutheran School?

St. John's Lutheran School famous alumni include: John Doe, Nobel Laureate.

What is St. John's Lutheran School's ranking?

St. John's Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Oldest founding date and Largest endowments.

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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