The purpose of Our Shepherd Lutheran School is to provide a quality education for God`s children to develop spiritually, physically, intellectually, emotionally and socially through a team founded in God`s Word and sacraments, and guided by the Holy Spirit.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 197 students
- Yearly Tuition: $7,000
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
most covered by IEP
Year Founded
2001
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
197 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
4%
State avg.: 26%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
16 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
% on Financial Aid
40%
Admissions Director
Tomi Mattick
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
7 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Art Bee, Bible Quiz, Geography Bee, Science Festival (Sci-Fest), Spelling Bee
Arts and Music Programs:
Band, Choir
Art Bee, Bible Quiz, Geography Bee, Science Festival (Sci-Fest), Spelling Bee
Arts and Music Programs:
Band, Choir
School Notes
- We invite you to tour our school and meet our teachers, staff, and students. Please feel free to contact our Director of Admissions, Tomi Mattick at networking@ourshepherd.org
- or 317-271-9100.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Our Shepherd Lutheran School cost?
Our Shepherd Lutheran School's tuition is approximately $7,000 for private students.
What schools are Our Shepherd Lutheran School often compared to?
Our Shepherd Lutheran School is often viewed alongside schools like Bethesda Christian Schools by visitors of our site.
What sports does Our Shepherd Lutheran School offer?
Our Shepherd Lutheran School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Our Shepherd Lutheran School?
The application deadline for Our Shepherd Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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