Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 36 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
St. John Lutheran Prekindergarten And Kindergarten
About the School
- St. John Lutheran School is a Christian early childhood education program which includes preschool classes for 3's and 4's, a kindergarten, and all day child care.
- When you visit our exceptional facility (bright, clean classrooms,a carpeted gymnasium and immaculate playground) you will see the difference that experience and dedication make! Our administrator and teacher's have been at St. John for 20 to 24 years! We know how to provide a safe, loving environment where children feel happy and secure! With this comes learning! Lots of learning! St. John Lutheran School admits students of any race, color, national and ethic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 36 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Facts
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1961
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
36 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
20%
State avg.: 26%
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Partial scholarships are available through an application process.
Admissions Director
Kelly Crabtree
School Notes
- School Motto: Seek the lost, disciple the found, multiply disciple makers & churches locally and globally.
- State Licensed
- D.O.E. Registered
- Certified Teachers
- Reasonable Rates
- Very Low Staff Turnover
- Located Close to Capitol & Downtown
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are St. John Lutheran Prekindergarten And Kindergarten often compared to?
St. John Lutheran Prekindergarten And Kindergarten is often viewed alongside schools like Salem Family Ymca Preschool & Kindergarten by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for St. John Lutheran Prekindergarten And Kindergarten?
The application deadline for St. John Lutheran Prekindergarten And Kindergarten is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. John Lutheran Prekindergarten And Kindergarten located?
St. John Lutheran Prekindergarten And Kindergarten is located in the Northeast Neighbors neighborhood of Salem, OR. There are 2 other private schools located in Northeast Neighbors.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to St. John Lutheran Prekindergarten And Kindergarten is Salem Academy Christian Schools (2.1 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Court Street Christian Child Care Center (0.2 miles away)
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Distance: 0.2 mi
Gr: PK-1 | 60 students
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
1699 Court St Ne
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 581-3101
Distance: 0.4 mi
Gr: PK-4 | 106 students
Montessori School
770 Chemeketa St Ne
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 391-7441
Distance: 0.4 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 141 students
Avg. class size: 25 students
Catholic
373 Winter St Ne
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 581-2147
Distance: 0.5 mi
Gr: NS-PK | 53 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Daycare / Preschool
685 Court Street Ne
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 399-2769
Distance: 0.7 mi
Gr: NS | 25 students
Daycare / Preschool
445 High St Se # 140
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 363-3866
Distance: 2.1 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 796 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 11 | Extracurriculars: 6
Christian
942 Lancaster Drive NE
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 378-1219
Distance: 2.6 mi
Gr: 6-12 | 450 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 14 | Extracurriculars: 36
Catholic
4373 Market St Ne
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 391-2639
Distance: 2.8 mi
Gr: K-12 | 64 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Extracurriculars: 5
Christian
2638 Cascadia Industrial St.
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 371-7393
Distance: 4.0 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 137 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 3
Seventh Day Adventist
5771 Fruitland Road NE
Salem, OR 97317
(503) 363-9408
Distance: 6.8 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 598 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 9
Assembly of God
2707 Maranatha Court SE
Turner, OR 97392
(503) 391-9082
Distance: 0.2 mi
Gr: PK-1 | 60 students
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
1699 Court St Ne
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 581-3101
Distance: 0.4 mi
Gr: PK-4 | 106 students
Montessori School
770 Chemeketa St Ne
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 391-7441
Distance: 0.4 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 141 students
Avg. class size: 25 students
Catholic
373 Winter St Ne
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 581-2147
Distance: 0.8 mi
Gr: PK-5 | 192 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 3
Christian
395 Marion Street NE
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 375-5764
Distance: 1.5 mi
Gr: PK-5 | 87 students
Specialized Curriculum (Catholic)
1015 Columbia St Ne
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 363-1516
Distance: 0.2 mi
Gr: PK-1 | 60 students
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
1699 Court St Ne
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 581-3101
Distance: 0.4 mi
Gr: PK-4 | 106 students
Montessori School
770 Chemeketa St Ne
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 391-7441
Distance: 0.4 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 141 students
Avg. class size: 25 students
Catholic
373 Winter St Ne
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 581-2147
Distance: 0.5 mi
Gr: NS-PK | 53 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Daycare / Preschool
685 Court Street Ne
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 399-2769
Distance: 0.7 mi
Gr: NS | 25 students
Daycare / Preschool
445 High St Se # 140
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 363-3866
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Bush Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
410 14th St Se
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 399-3134
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 399-3134
0.3 miles
Gr: K-5 | 255 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
North Salem High School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
765 14th St Ne
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 399-3241
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 399-3241
0.5 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 2,107 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Parrish Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
802 Capitol St Ne
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 399-3210
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 399-3210
0.5 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 691 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Englewood Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1132 19th St Ne
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 399-3143
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 399-3143
0.8 miles
Gr: K-5 | 285 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Richmond Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
466 Richmond Ave Se
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 399-3180
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 399-3180
0.8 miles
Gr: K-5 | 242 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
School Reviews
5 5/17/2016
Both of my children went to St. John Lutheran school, so at this point they feel like family. They have an incredible group of dedicated women who provide an excellent faith based education from preschool through fifth grade. The teachers and assistants truly care about your children and their academic and social success. My husband and I count ourselves as lucky to have found them and my children enjoyed every moment of their time spent at St. John's.
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