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St. Paul Lutheran School

St. Paul Lutheran School is first and foremost a Missouri Synod Lutheran School dedicated to teaching Christian principles while providing a well-rounded academic foundation for continuous learning.
In cooperation with parents, the school strives to instill in students strong moral and social values for living in a rapidly changing world.
Our Mission is to assist and support parents in providing a Christ-centered education that will equip children in preschool through eighth grade to faithfully serve as witnessing Christians and productive citizens.
The faculty and staff of St. Paul Lutheran School endeavor to foster the intellectual, physical, spiritual and social development of each child.
In doing so, St. Paul provides elements necessary to impart knowledge, to develop positive self-awareness and to work toward the realization of each child's potential.
The faculty strives to assist, through example and guidance, the formation of productive citizens in an academic and Christian environment.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked NE School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 47 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $1,900
  • Acceptance rate: 100%
  • Average class size: 4 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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
1883

Student Body

Total Students
47 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
5%
State avg.: 21%
Students by Grade
St. Paul Lutheran School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
4 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Khaki pants and solid color polo.

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Member Rate Non-member Rate $2350
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 81%

Sports

Total Sports Offered
7 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
7 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Basketball - both girls & boys and at our school and with the public school, Cross Country - with the public school, Football - with the public school, Golf - with the public school, Track and Field - with the public school, Volleyball - both at our school and with the public school, Wrestling - with the public school

School Notes

  • St. Paul Lutheran School is first and foremost a Missouri Synod Lutheran School dedicated to teaching Christian principles while providing a well-rounded academic foundation for continuous learning. In cooperation with parents, the school strives to instill in students strong moral and social values for living in a rapidly changing world. Our Mission is to assist and support parents in providing a Christ-centered education that will equip children in preschool through eighth grade to faithfully serve as witnessing Christians and productive citizens. The faculty and staff of St. Paul Lutheran School endeavor to foster the intellectual, physical, spiritual and social development of each child. In doing so, St. Paul provides elements necessary to impart knowledge, to develop positive self-awareness and to work toward the realization of each child's potential. The faculty strives to assist, through example and guidance, the formation of productive citizens in an academic and Christian environment.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Paul Lutheran School cost?
St. Paul Lutheran School's tuition is approximately $1,900 for private students and $160 for summer students.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Paul Lutheran School?
The acceptance rate of St. Paul Lutheran School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 90%.
What sports does St. Paul Lutheran School offer?
St. Paul Lutheran School offers 7 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling.
What is St. Paul Lutheran School's ranking?
St. Paul Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Nebraska for: Least expensive tuition and 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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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked NE School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 47 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $1,900
  • Acceptance rate: 100%
  • Average class size: 4 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Nebraska is $7,108 for elementary schools and $11,111 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Nebraska is 90% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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