Dear Friends, Hope Lutheran is a very special place and we`re proud that throughout our history of Christian education, it`s held a special place in the hearts of our students.
Hope Lutheran strives to develop and foster spiritual, social, physical, and cognitive growth in young children and to assist them and their families in becoming productive members of God's kingdom.
Hope Lutheran has been providing Christian education since 1954.
We invite you to visit our campus, join us for a tour, and meet our gifted teachers. After exploring Hope's website, if you think Hope might be a good school home for your family, please contact us.
Let us know how we can help you make this important decision about your child`s future.
May God bless your search! Mrs. Nancy Jankowski, Principal.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
- Enrollment: 184 students
- Yearly Tuition: $6,000
- Acceptance rate: 95%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-8
Year Founded
1983
Student Body
Total Students
184 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
2%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
22%
Average Class Size
15 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
School Uniforms
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Visit hopelutheran.org to request tuition rates and learn about multi-student discounts and other financial assistance opportunities.
% on Financial Aid
22%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$2,000
Acceptance Rate
95%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Ella Schempp
Admissions Associate
Meghan Adams
Endowment Size
$0.1 million
Sports
Total Sports Offered
7 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
9 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Academic Bowl Team, American Sign Language Club, Chess Club, Lego Club, Math Club, Scouts Programs, Student Council
Arts and Music Programs:
Band, Spring Play
Academic Bowl Team, American Sign Language Club, Chess Club, Lego Club, Math Club, Scouts Programs, Student Council
Arts and Music Programs:
Band, Spring Play
School Notes
- Our Mission - Building lives of excellence upon the foundation of Christ.
- Our Vision - Hope Lutheran School & Preschool strives to develop and foster spiritual, academic, physical, and social growth in children to assist them and their families in becoming productive members of God's kingdom.
- Our Values - We believe that Jesus Christ is Lord and Savior of all and that we are saved only by God`s grace, not through our own works. God has created us to know Him, to praise Him and to be faithful stewards of the world He has made. As Christians, it is our privilege and joy to share the story of salvation. By the power of the Holy Spirit, students are transformed and empowered in the dynamic interactions within a community of grace.
- Ensure that our students are getting a rigorous foundational education while also enabling them to keep pace with shifts in society and technology trends by offering more project-based and experimental learning opportunities.
- We have seen an increasingly diverse student body in the last five years which has included Korean, Chinese, African, and Hispanic students.
- Scholarships provided to you through our tuition assistance funds help families cover their portion of tuition making it possible for them to hear about Jesus every day.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Hope Lutheran School cost?
Hope Lutheran School's tuition is approximately $6,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Hope Lutheran School?
The acceptance rate of Hope Lutheran School is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 93%.
What sports does Hope Lutheran School offer?
Hope Lutheran School offers 7 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, E-sports, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Hope Lutheran School?
The application deadline for Hope Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Calendar
View the Hope Lutheran School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Last Day of School, Early Dismissal 12pm
May 21, 2025 (Wednesday)
🙋🏻♀️ Hope Luther School/Preschool Open House
January 10, 2026 (Saturday)
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