Ascension Lutheran School (2026-27 Profile)

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About the School

Educating the Whole Child - Body , Mind, and Spirit.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 32 students
Yearly Tuition: $4,570
Acceptance rate: 99%
Average class size: 12 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

Ascension Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Ascension Lutheran School
Pre-K	9
Kind	3
1	2
2	2
3	4
4	2
5	5
6	1
7	3
8	1

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Year Founded

1974

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Student Body

Total Students

32 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

61%

State avg.: 52%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

2 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

16:1

National avg.:

Average Class Size

12 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$4,570

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% on Financial Aid

15%

Acceptance Rate

99%

National avg.: 85%

Admissions Director

Andrew Plocher, Principal

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

5 sports

Sports

BasketballSoccer

SoftballTrack and Field

Volleyball

School Notes

Ascension Lutheran Schooland Preschoolis maintained by the congregation of Ascension Lutheran Church.Our school鈥檚 purpose is to assist parents in their God-given obligation to bring up their children in the 鈥渢raining and instruction of the Lord.鈥� (Ephesians 6:4)
We strive to help parents in raising Christ-centered, well educated members of our society, with a solid foundation based on Christian values.
We offer a well-rounded, high quality education, all in a safe, family-oriented environment.
Ascension Lutheran Schooloffers both an elementary program for grades K-6 and Junior High program for grades 7-8.
The basis of our education is a Christ-centered
approach to all areas of our students鈥� lives.
We provide daily instruction in God鈥檚 Word as well as a well-rounded curriculum including science, mathematics, phonics, reading, English, social studies, US history, spelling, handwriting, music, art, and physical education.
These subjects are taught in light of the principles set forth in God鈥檚 Word.
All staff members of Ascension Lutheran Preschoolmeet the proper requirements of the state of California in early childhood education.
This includes being well trained in areas of preventative health and safety practices.
Teachers and staff at Ascension Lutheran Preschool make it a priority to
understand the development of youngchildren.
In this way, we are able to
provide a program that reflects thedevelopmental level of each child, enriching the child鈥檚 life with valuable educational
experiences. We provide a program that reflects thedevelopmental level of each child through active and quiet times; individual, small,
and large group activities; and indoor and outdoor play.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Ascension Lutheran School cost?

Ascension Lutheran School's tuition is approximately $4,570 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Ascension Lutheran School?

The acceptance rate of Ascension Lutheran School is 99%, which is higher than the national average of 83%.

What sports does Ascension Lutheran School offer?

Ascension Lutheran School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball.

When is the application deadline for Ascension Lutheran School?

The application deadline for Ascension Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Ascension Lutheran School located?

Ascension Lutheran School is located in the Midway neighborhood of Escondido, CA. There are 1 other private schools located in Midway.

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The average private school tuition in Escondido, CA is $9,623 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Escondido, CA is 91% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).