St. John's Lutheran School provides a Christ-centered education for all students.
St. John's does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, or religion. St. John's is located in beautiful southern Indiana.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked IN School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 140 students
- Yearly Tuition: $5,600
- Acceptance rate: 95%
- Average class size: 9 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. John's Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1861
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
140 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
5%
State avg.: 26%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
90%
Average Class Size
9 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
% on Financial Aid
3%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$750
Acceptance Rate
95%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Mr. Brian Oberdieck
Admissions Associate
Sherrie Bachman
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Student Council
Arts and Music Programs:
Band Program, Drama Program, Handbells Choir
Student Council
Arts and Music Programs:
Band Program, Drama Program, Handbells Choir
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. John's Lutheran School cost?
St. John's Lutheran School's tuition is approximately $5,600 for private students.
What schools are St. John's Lutheran School often compared to?
St. John's Lutheran School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Joseph Catholic School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of St. John's Lutheran School?
The acceptance rate of St. John's Lutheran School is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 89%.
What sports does St. John's Lutheran School offer?
St. John's Lutheran School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is St. John's Lutheran School's ranking?
St. John's Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. John's Lutheran School?
The application deadline for St. John's Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: St. John's Lutheran School vs. St. Joseph Catholic School
The nearest high school to St. John's Lutheran School is Holy Cross High School/diocese (8.6 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Andrew Academy (8.1 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Grades
Students
St. Andrew Academy
(Catholic)
Grades: PK-8 | 223 students 8.1 miles 7724 Columbine Dr
Louisville, KY 40258
(502) 935-4578
Louisville, KY 40258
(502) 935-4578
8.1
PK-8
223
Notre Dame Academy![Notre Dame Academy Photo]( "Notre Dame Academy Photo")
(Catholic)
Grades: K-8 | 405 students 8.3 miles 1927 Lewiston Dr
Louisville, KY 40216
(502) 447-3155
Louisville, KY 40216
(502) 447-3155
8.3
K-8
405
St. Joseph Catholic School
(Catholic)
Grades: PK-7 | 157 students 8.4 miles 512 N Mulberry St
Corydon, IN 47112
(812) 738-4549
Corydon, IN 47112
(812) 738-4549
8.4
PK-7
157
West End School
All-boys
Grades: PK-8 | 121 students 8.5 miles 3628 Virginia Ave
Louisville, KY 40211
(502) 776-5236
Louisville, KY 40211
(502) 776-5236
8.5
PK-8
121
Holy Cross High School/diocese
(Catholic)
Grades: 9-12 | 240 students 8.6 miles 5144 Dixie Hwy
Louisville, KY 40216
(502) 447-4363
Louisville, KY 40216
(502) 447-4363
8.6
9-12
240
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