First Lutheran School in Yuba City, CA, serves 96 co鈥揺d students from kindergarten through 8th grade in a central city setting.
The school is affiliated with the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod and provides an elementary and secondary program with a special emphasis.
With 6 teachers, the school maintains a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 16:1.
Approximately 30% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting diversity within the school community.
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
96 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
30%
State avg.: 52%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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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