St. Peter's Evangelical Lutheran School in Sanborn, NY serves co–ed udents from pre–kindergarten through grade 8 in a rural community setting.
The school enrolls 92 udents with a student–teacher ratio of 9:1 supported by 10 teachers.
Founded in 1843, it is one of the olde private schools in the state of New York.
Approximately 29% of the udent body represents students of color, reflecting moderate diversity.
Peter's Evangelical Lutheran School is affiliated with other religious organizations and offers a regular elementary and secondary education program.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked NY School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 92 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Peter's Evangelical Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1843
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
92 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
29%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old, he will not depart from it.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Peter's Evangelical Lutheran School's ranking?
St. Peter's Evangelical Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Peter's Evangelical Lutheran School?
The application deadline for St. Peter's Evangelical Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest elementary school and preschool is Holy Ghost Lutheran School (1.8 miles away)
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6950 Ward Road
North Tonawanda, NY 14120
(716) 693-9677
North Tonawanda, NY 14120
(716) 693-9677
3.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 168 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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