Lutheran Elementary School of Bay Ridge (LES), has been a place of education, enlightenment, respect, caring and concern since its founding by Bethlehem Lutheran Church in 1957.
We offer a high quality education to a multi-religious school population in a nurturing, yet challenging environment.
Classes are for children from nursery through 8th grade. Our tradition of academic excellence is virtually unmatched.
From a student's earliest years we engage in challenging academic inquiry and the search for guiding Christian values.
At a time when instilling strong moral and ethical values is increasingly important, our commitment to Christian education makes LES unique among schools.
Equally important are developing strong personal character, self-esteem, leadership, self-discipline, respect for others, social responsibility and community service, tolerance, and an appreciation for all that God provides.
LES grew out of the commitment of Bethlehem Lutheran Church to provide a solid education in a moral environment.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 173 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
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
173 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
48%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- Lutheran Elementary School of Bay Ridge (LES), has been a place of education, enlightenment, respect, caring and concern since its founding by Bethlehem Lutheran Church in 1957. We offer a high quality education to a multi-religious school population in a nurturing, yet challenging environment. Classes are for children from nursery through 8th grade. Our tradition of academic excellence is virtually unmatched. From a student's earliest years we engage in challenging academic inquiry and the search for guiding Christian values. At a time when instilling strong moral and ethical values is increasingly important, our commitment to Christian education makes LES unique among schools. Equally important are developing strong personal character, self-esteem, leadership, self-discipline, respect for others, social responsibility and community service, tolerance, and an appreciation for all that God provides. LES grew out of the commitment of Bethlehem Lutheran Church to provide a solid education in a moral environment.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Lutheran Elementary School Of Bay Ridge?
The application deadline for Lutheran Elementary School Of Bay Ridge is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Lutheran Elementary School Of Bay Ridge located?
Lutheran Elementary School Of Bay Ridge is located in the Bay Ridge neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 7 other private schools located in Bay Ridge.
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The nearest high school to Lutheran Elementary School Of Bay Ridge is Adelphi Academy of Brooklyn (0.8 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Bay Ridge Prep (0.2 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Bay Ridge Catholic Academy (0.6 miles away)
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