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St. Paul's Lutheran School

8601 Harrison Ave
Munster, IN 46321
St. Paul's Lutheran School has been a leader in Christian elementary education for the last 120 years, and is considered one of the best kept secrets in Northwest Indiana.
Students are drawn from as far away as Chicago, Dyer, and East Chicago and graduate to such schools as Munster HS, Lake Central, Illiana CHS, Bishop Noll, Luther East HS, Marian CHS, Highland HS, etc.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked IN School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 217 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $6,300
  • Acceptance rate: 98%
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

St. Paul's Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for:

Category
Attribute
School History

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild Learning differences
Year Founded
1886
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 1, 2025

Student Body

Total Students
217 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
47%
State avg.: 26%
Students by Grade
St. Paul's Lutheran School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.:
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
solid color pants, polos

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Financial Aide is available and we are a Choice Scholarship school
% on Financial Aid
60%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$2,500
Acceptance Rate
98%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Debbie Minyard
Application URL
Endowment Size
$3 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered
6 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
16 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Art Show, Beginning Band, Choir, Concert Band, Girl Scouts, Handbell Choir, Junior High Youth Group, Peer Tutoring, Primary Choir, Recorders, Student Council


Club or Organization:
Chess Club, Code It, Toast Masters Jr.


Arts and Music Programs:
school musical


Recreational Athletic Programs:
Girls on the Run

School Notes

  • St. Paul's is a living Christian community of families in partnership with outstanding, caring faculty that provides an atmosphere of challenge and nurture for students academically, spiritually, physically, and socially.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Paul's Lutheran School cost?
St. Paul's Lutheran School's tuition is approximately $6,300 for private students.
What schools are St. Paul's Lutheran School often compared to?
St. Paul's Lutheran School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Thomas More School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Paul's Lutheran School?
The acceptance rate of St. Paul's Lutheran School is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 83%.
What sports does St. Paul's Lutheran School offer?
St. Paul's Lutheran School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is St. Paul's Lutheran School's ranking?
St. Paul's Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for: Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Paul's Lutheran School?
The application deadline for St. Paul's Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked IN School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 217 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $6,300
  • Acceptance rate: 98%
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Lake County, IN is $6,869 for elementary schools and $6,967 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Lake County, IN is 83% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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