Scarville Lutheran School in Scarville, IA offers co–ed education for grades Kindergarten through 11 in a rural community setting.
The school enrolls 25 students with a student–teacher ratio of 13:1 supported by 2 teachers.
The student body includes 15 percent students of color, reflecting some diversity within this rural private school.
Scarville Lutheran School is affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Education Association and maintains an Other Lutheran religious orientation.
As a rural Iowa school, Scarville Lutheran provides private education options for families seeking Lutheran–affiliated K–11 programs.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-11
- Enrollment: 25 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-11
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
25 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
15%
State avg.: 16%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Scarville Lutheran School?
The application deadline for Scarville Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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