St. Pauls Lutheran School was formally established in 1876 as the ministry arm of St. Pauls Lutheran Church and to provide children of the community with a comprehensive Christian education in a nurturing family-like setting.
Our campus is comprised of 5 classrooms, a gymnasium with stage, lunch room, computer lab, library, large playground and outdoor field.
It is our mission to support parents in providing a Christian education for their children.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked NE School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 86 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Paul Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1869
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
86 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
2%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Paul Lutheran School's ranking?
St. Paul Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Nebraska for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Paul Lutheran School?
The application deadline for St. Paul Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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