Central Lutheran School, New Haven IN. PreK-8 with learning difference support
Central Lutheran School in New Haven, IN serves students in prekindergarten through 8th grade with a focus on creating a safe, nurturing environment where each child receives individual attention. The school specializes in supporting students with learning differences, including language-based learning disabilities and ADD/ADHD, with dedicated learning difference programs designed to help these students succeed academically.
With an average class size of 16 students and a staff committed to personalized education, Central Lutheran provides the smaller, structured setting that many families with special-needs children seek. The school's Lutheran faith foundation emphasizes a caring community approach, and students benefit from a well-rounded curriculum that includes academic support, arts and music programs, STEM opportunities, and diverse extracurricular activities like sports, robotics, and drama.
Tuition is $5,250 annually, and over 90% of students receive financial aid, with an average grant of $2,000, making this special-needs focused program accessible to many families. Admissions follow a rolling process with contact through admissions director John Weber or associate Rachel Jakubs at (260) 493-2502.
At a Glance
GradesPrekindergarten-8
Students357
Class Size16:1 ratio
Tuition$5,250
Fin. Aid94% receive aid
Est.1952
DeadlineNone / Rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
Other religious school association(s)
School Information
| Year Founded | 1952 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $5,250 |
| Tuition Notes | Over 90% of Central students receive financial aid. |
| Total Students | 357 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 22 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 33 |
| Average Class Size | 16 |
| Grades Offered | Prekindergarten-8 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | John Weber |
| Admissions Associate | Rachel Jakubs |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 99 |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 94 |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $2,000 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 5 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference ProgramsADD/ADHD Support
Learning Programs Supported
Language-based; mild learning differences
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Sports | Basketball · Cheering · Cross Country · Soccer · Track and Field · Volleyball · Wrestling |
| Clubs and Organizations | Club or Organization: · Chess Club · Junior Congregation · Robotics Team · Stem Club · Student Council · Videography · Arts and Music Programs: · Drama Production |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal |
| School Memberships | Other religious school association(s) |
| Religious Affiliations | Lutheran Church Missouri Synod |