About the School
- First Lutheran School in Burbank, CA serves 56 students from kindergarten through 6th grade in a central city community.
- The school has a student–teacher ratio of 11:1 with 5 total teachers supporting its co–educational programs.
- Established in 1905, First Lutheran School operates on a 50–acre campus affiliated with the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod and is a member of the Evangelical Lutheran Education Association.
- Annual tuition is $25,000, reflecting its status as a private elementary school option in the Los Angeles area.
- Approximately 49% of the student body represents students of color, contributing to the school's diverse enrollment in this California K–6 private school.
School Facts
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Students By Grade
Student Body
Total Students
56 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
49%
State avg.: 52%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.:
Number of AP Courses
15 courses
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for First Lutheran School?
The application deadline for First Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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