About

Our Story

St. James Lutheran School is the mission of St. James Lutheran Church, a member congregation of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod.

Who We Are

LCMS schools serve children in early childhood programs through grade 12 in more than 1,900 schools nationwide, with colleges and universities serving post-secondary students.

Serving Since 1851

St. James has served the Greater Lafayette Area since 1851 and continues a long tradition of Lutheran education.

Why We Are Here

With God as the foundation, St. James educates and equips the mind, heart, and spirit of the 21st-century learner for service in Christ.

Mission Scripture

The source page connects the school mission to Matthew 28:19–20: making disciples, baptizing, and teaching Christ’s commands.

Accreditation

St. James is accredited by National Lutheran School Accreditation and the State of Indiana.

Classical Membership

The school is also a member of the Consortium for Classical Lutheran Education.