Word of Life Lutheran School is a co-educational, Lutheran elementary school (Pre-school through Grade 8) located in south St.
Louis City, Missouri. Word of Life Lutheran School is committed to providing a high quality educational program in an environment where Christ prevails, where a child's human and spiritual needs are met, and where love, dignity and professional accountability are valued, promoted and implemented.
Word of Life Lutheran School offers families a quality education centered in the Gospel of Jesus Christ, and an experience enhanced through a variety of co-curricular activities.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 218 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
218 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
32%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- Word of Life Lutheran School is a co-educational, Lutheran elementary school (Pre-school through Grade 8) located in south St. Louis City, Missouri. Word of Life Lutheran School is committed to providing a high quality educational program in an environment where Christ prevails, where a child's human and spiritual needs are met, and where love, dignity and professional accountability are valued, promoted and implemented. Word of Life Lutheran School offers families a quality education centered in the Gospel of Jesus Christ, and an experience enhanced through a variety of co-curricular activities.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Word Of Life Lutheran School?
The application deadline for Word Of Life Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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