Private preschool-8th grade in Springfield, Ohio specializing in autism and learning differences with 6:1 student ratio
Risen Christ Lutheran School is a private, Christian preschool through 8th grade in Springfield, Ohio that welcomes students with learning differences and autism. The school is an Autism Scholarship Provider and supports students with IEP requirements, offering specialized Learning Difference Programs and ADD/ADHD support. With 130 students and a 6:1 student-to-teacher ratio, Risen Christ provides individualized attention within a smaller school community.
The school's approach emphasizes whole-child development—spiritual, emotional, social, physical, and academic—creating an environment where every student's inherent value is respected. Teachers are highly trained, with 50% holding advanced degrees. Students benefit from a range of extracurricular activities including arts and music programs, clubs focused on academics and social-emotional growth (such as Compassion Kids and Book Club), and dance.
Risen Christ is accredited by the National Lutheran Schools Accreditation and offers affordable tuition of $6,900 annually. The school qualifies for Ohio EdChoice scholarships, EdChoice Expansion funding, and the Jon Peterson Scholarship, making private education more accessible for families. Admissions are rolling, with no deadline. Contact the admissions director, Rebecca Reid, at (937) 323-3688 Ext. 111 or visit risenchristlutheranschool.org to learn more.
At a Glance
GradesPrekindergarten-8
Students130
Tuition$6,900
Est.1993
DeadlineNone / Rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
National Lutheran Schools Accreditation
School Information
| Year Founded | 1993 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $6,900 |
| Tuition Notes | Ohio EdChoice, EdChoice Expansion, Jon Peterson, Autism Scholarship Provider |
| Total Students | 130 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 20 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 50 |
| Grades Offered | Prekindergarten-8 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Rebecca Reid |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 24 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference ProgramsADD/ADHD Support
Learning Programs Supported
IEP requirements
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Sports | Dance |
| Clubs and Organizations | Club or Organization: · Baking Club · Book Club · Chess Club · Compassion Kids · Drama Club · Garden Club · Go Green Club · National Elementary Honor Society · Newspaper Club · Arts and Music Programs: · Music Club · Praise Team |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| School Memberships | National Lutheran Schools Accreditation |
| Religious Affiliations | Lutheran Church Missouri Synod |
| School Calendar | risenchristschool.org/calendar |
Contact the school
(937) 323-3688 Ext. 11141 E Possum Rd, Springfield, Ohio 45502
www.risenchristlutheranschool.org