Grace Lutheran Preschool & Kindergarten is committed to providing a caring, nurturing and safe environment for children to express their feelings, desires and thoughts.
All activities are geared to the developmental level and learning style of each child.
Teaching will always be approached from a Christian perspective in a climate in which teacher and child can live and learn together in a Christ-like way.
Integrated activities are built around special themes. Grace Lutheran Preschool & Kindergarten recognizes the individual abilities of each child and the varying faith concepts brought to our school by students, parents and staff.
These abilities and concepts will continue to be recognized and respected throughout the year as children learn, participate and grow in our Christian school.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 119 students
- Yearly Tuition: $45,000
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1966
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
119 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$45,000
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Grace Lutheran Preschool & Kindergarten cost?
Grace Lutheran Preschool & Kindergarten's tuition is approximately $45,000 for private students.
What schools are Grace Lutheran Preschool & Kindergarten often compared to?
Grace Lutheran Preschool & Kindergarten is often viewed alongside schools like The Goddard School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Grace Lutheran Preschool & Kindergarten?
The application deadline for Grace Lutheran Preschool & Kindergarten is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby 草榴社区 Schools
Popular comparisons: Grace Lutheran Preschool & Kindergarten vs. The Goddard School
The nearest high school to Grace Lutheran Preschool & Kindergarten is Soaring Heights School (2.0 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Our Lady Of Victory Catholic School (1.1 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Our Children's Center (0.5 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Our Children's Center
Montessori School
411 S Burrowes St
State College, PA 16801
(814) 237-1585
State College, PA 16801
(814) 237-1585
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-K | 78 students
800 Westerly Pkwy
State College, PA 16801
(814) 238-1592
State College, PA 16801
(814) 238-1592
1.1 miles
Gr: K-8 | 293 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 15 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Bennett Family Center
Daycare / Preschool
123 Bennett Family Ctr Penn Stat
University Park, PA 16802
(814) 865-4057
University Park, PA 16802
(814) 865-4057
1.3 miles
Gr: K | 15 students
1900 University Dr
State College, PA 16801
(814) 237-8386
State College, PA 16801
(814) 237-8386
1.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 114 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition listed
The Goddard School ![The Goddard School Photo]( "The Goddard School Photo")
Alternative School
1545 Westerly Parkway
State College, PA 16801
(814) 237-1160
State College, PA 16801
(814) 237-1160
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-K | 151 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Soaring Heights School
Special Education School
180 Regent Ct Ste 50
State College, PA 16801
(814) 325-2131
State College, PA 16801
(814) 325-2131
2 miles
Gr: 3-12 | 32 students
Grace Prep High School ![Grace Prep High School Photo - Emily Madeira, Senior Project]( "Grace Prep High School Photo - Emily Madeira, Senior Project")
(Christian)
848 Science Park Road
State College, PA 16803
(814) 867-1177
State College, PA 16803
(814) 867-1177
2.6 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 71 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Nw Human Services Autism School
Special Education School
3020 Research Dr
State College, PA 16801
(814) 237-2870
State College, PA 16801
(814) 237-2870
2.6 miles
Gr: 1-9 | 7 students
Northwestern Human Services
Special Education School
1400 Fox Hill Rd #100
State College, PA 16801
(814) 353-1093
State College, PA 16801
(814) 353-1093
3.1 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 41 students
St. Josephs Catholic Academy
(Catholic)
901 Boalsburg Pike
Boalsburg, PA 16827
(814) 808-6118
Boalsburg, PA 16827
(814) 808-6118
3.3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 105 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
800 Westerly Pkwy
State College, PA 16801
(814) 238-1592
State College, PA 16801
(814) 238-1592
1.1 miles
Gr: K-8 | 293 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 15 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
1900 University Dr
State College, PA 16801
(814) 237-8386
State College, PA 16801
(814) 237-8386
1.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 114 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition listed
Soaring Heights School
Special Education School
180 Regent Ct Ste 50
State College, PA 16801
(814) 325-2131
State College, PA 16801
(814) 325-2131
2 miles
Gr: 3-12 | 32 students
Nittany Christian School ![Nittany Christian School Photo - 5th Grade students engage with Mr. Lucas for Ninja math skills.]( "Nittany Christian School Photo - 5th Grade students engage with Mr. Lucas for Ninja math skills.")
(Christian)
1221 W Whitehall Road
State College, PA 16801
(814) 234-5652
State College, PA 16801
(814) 234-5652
2.1 miles
Gr: K-8 | 133 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Nw Human Services Autism School
Special Education School
3020 Research Dr
State College, PA 16801
(814) 237-2870
State College, PA 16801
(814) 237-2870
2.6 miles
Gr: 1-9 | 7 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Our Children's Center
Montessori School
411 S Burrowes St
State College, PA 16801
(814) 237-1585
State College, PA 16801
(814) 237-1585
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-K | 78 students
Bennett Family Center
Daycare / Preschool
123 Bennett Family Ctr Penn Stat
University Park, PA 16802
(814) 865-4057
University Park, PA 16802
(814) 865-4057
1.3 miles
Gr: K | 15 students
1900 University Dr
State College, PA 16801
(814) 237-8386
State College, PA 16801
(814) 237-8386
1.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 114 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition listed
The Goddard School ![The Goddard School Photo]( "The Goddard School Photo")
Alternative School
1545 Westerly Parkway
State College, PA 16801
(814) 237-1160
State College, PA 16801
(814) 237-1160
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-K | 151 students
Learning Station ![Learning Station Photo]( "Learning Station Photo")
Daycare / Preschool
3035 Enterprise Dr
State College, PA 16801
(814) 237-5652
State College, PA 16801
(814) 237-5652
1.9 miles
Gr: PK-K | 160 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 6
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7855 Juniata Valley Pike
Alexandria, PA 16611
(814) 669-4422
Alexandria, PA 16611
(814) 669-4422
9364.3 miles
Gr: K-5 | 285 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7775 Juniata Valley Pike
Alexandria, PA 16611
(814) 669-4401
Alexandria, PA 16611
(814) 669-4401
9364.3 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 374 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
(Math: 51% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
10 29th Street
Huntingdon, PA 16652
(814) 643-0771
Huntingdon, PA 16652
(814) 643-0771
9365.4 miles
Gr: K-5 | 382 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
(Math: 33% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
200 Short St Suite A
Philipsburg, PA 16866
(814) 342-4906
Philipsburg, PA 16866
(814) 342-4906
9365.7 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 372 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
502 Philips St
Philipsburg, PA 16866
(814) 342-1521
Philipsburg, PA 16866
(814) 342-1521
9366.3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 525 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
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