St. Paul's Lutheran School provides a strong Christ-Centered academic education in a caring atmosphere, assisting in spiritual awareness, discernment, and training.
As Matthew 28:19 states, our goal is to "...make disciples of all nations", reaching out to children both within our congregation and throughout the community.
Our Mission Goal Is To Provide A Strong Christ-centered Academic Education In A Caring Atmosphere, Assisting In Spiritual Awareness, Discernment, And Training.
As Matthew 28:19 States, Our Goal Is to make Disciples Of All Nations', Reaching Out To Children Both Within Our Congregation And Throughout The Community.
St. Paul's Lutheran School is maintained by St. Paul's congregation in order to aid parents in bringing up their children in the training and instruction of the Lord and training them in the way in which they should go, so as they become older, they will not depart from it.
A school curriculum consists of the sum total of any experiences which come to the child through the school.
Our curriculum provides, as much as possible within the limits of the school, for the total needs of every child - the spiritual, the mental, the physical and the social.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Top Ranked NE School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 81 students
- Yearly Tuition: $1,500
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Pauls Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Nebraska for:
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1883
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
81 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
3%
State avg.: 21%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Sports
Total Sports Offered
3 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
2 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Lego League
Arts and Music Programs:
Junior Choir
School Notes
- St. Paul's Lutheran School provides a strong Christ-Centered academic education in a caring atmosphere, assisting in spiritual awareness, discernment, and training. As Matthew 28:19 states, our goal is to "...make disciples of all nations", reaching out to children both within our congregation and throughout the community. Our Mission Goal Is To Provide A Strong Christ-centered Academic Education In A Caring Atmosphere, Assisting In Spiritual Awareness, Discernment, And Training. As Matthew 28:19 States, Our Goal Is to make Disciples Of All Nations', Reaching Out To Children Both Within Our Congregation And Throughout The Community. St. Paul's Lutheran School is maintained by St. Paul's congregation in order to aid parents in bringing up their children in the training and instruction of the Lord and training them in the way in which they should go, so as they become older, they will not depart from it. A school curriculum consists of the sum total of any experiences which come to the child through the school. Our curriculum provides, as much as possible within the limits of the school, for the total needs of every child - the spiritual, the mental, the physical and the social.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Pauls Lutheran School cost?
St. Pauls Lutheran School's tuition is approximately $1,500 for private students.
What sports does St. Pauls Lutheran School offer?
St. Pauls Lutheran School offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is St. Pauls Lutheran School's ranking?
St. Pauls 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. Pauls Lutheran School?
The application deadline for St. Pauls Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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