Train up a child in the way he should go and when he is old he will not turn from it. (Proverbs 22:6) St. Peter Lutheran School, an extension of St. Peter Lutheran Church, provides excellent education within a Christ centered worldview.
This high quality, Bible based education, meeting and exceeding California standards, assists parents and families in bringing up children in the training and instruction of the Lord to produce life-long learners who seek to glorify God.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-9
- Enrollment: 26 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,100
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Peter Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-9
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
26 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
22%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
% on Financial Aid
25%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$500
Admissions Director
Matthew Heyn
Sports
Total Sports Offered
3 sports
School Notes
- School Motto: A preschool that plants a love of learning and grows in Jesus’ love.
- Outstanding Testing Scores (See website for details)
- Students are well prepared for high School
- St. Peter has a family atmosphere No child gets left behind, or slowed down by lack of teacher attention
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Peter Lutheran School cost?
St. Peter Lutheran School's tuition is approximately $4,100 for private students.
What sports does St. Peter Lutheran School offer?
St. Peter Lutheran School offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Track and Field and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for St. Peter Lutheran School?
The application deadline for St. Peter Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to St. Peter Lutheran School is Central Valley Christian Academy (4.8 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Sierra Vista Kirk Baucher School (2.7 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Orangeburg Christian School (3.2 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Sierra Vista Kirk Baucher School
Special Education School
1414 Scenic Dr
Modesto, CA 95355
(209) 216-1010
Modesto, CA 95355
(209) 216-1010
2.7 miles
Gr: 1-8 | 48 students
Brighter Futures Therapeutic Learning Center
Special Education School (Seventh Day Adventist)
4715 Yosemite Blvd
Empire, CA 95319
(209) 574-9707
Empire, CA 95319
(209) 574-9707
2.8 miles
Gr: 4-7 | 3 students
313 E Orangeburg Ave
Modesto, CA 95350
(209) 577-2576
Modesto, CA 95350
(209) 577-2576
3.2 miles
Gr: PK-K | 94 students
501 W Granger Ave
Modesto, CA 95350
(209) 549-4170
Modesto, CA 95350
(209) 549-4170
3.8 miles
Gr: K-8 | 165 students Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition listed
617 W Orangeburg Avenue
Modesto, CA 95350
(209) 529-1800
Modesto, CA 95350
(209) 529-1800
3.9 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 90 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 1 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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