Lutheran South Academy
Southeast Houston · Serving Baytown, Clear Lake, Friendswood, Galveston, League City, Pasadena, and Pearland areas
12555 Ryewater Dr., Houston, TX 77089Map ↗Established 1949
About this information
$22,150
Tuition · 2026–27
PK3–12
Grades
400
Upper School Enrollment
—
Student–teacher
Not published
At a glance
A college-preparatory curriculum with AP and dual-credit courses, a theology course every year, and five career academies built around specialized courses and hands-on experience.
Career Academies
STEM, Flight, Legal Studies, Medical and Business academies pair required courses with internships, externships or pilot training.
Advanced Academics
AP courses across every core subject and San Jacinto College dual credit offer college-level study and credit.
AP Capstone Research
AP Seminar and AP Research build to a year-long research project, academic paper and oral defense.
Faith & Purpose
A required theology course every year covers scripture, world religions and ethics, alongside daily devotions.
Tuition & financial aid
2026–27 Tuition
$22,150
Estimated First-Year Required Cost
$22,500
TEFA (Texas Education Freedom Account)
Payment options
Annual
Semi-annual
Monthly
Jun–Apr
Sibling discount
2 children $1,000 total · 3 children $3,000 total · 4 children $6,000 total · 5th child and beyond 50% off
Need-based aid
Tuition assistance is awarded one year at a time. Apply once the admission application is in; applying does not affect admission.
Sources
Source last checked: Oct 9, 2026
Additional & conditional costs
Required and potential costs beyond published tuition
Mandatory freshman fees
Included in estimated first-year required cost
New Student Enrollment Fee
New students; non-refundable
Application / pre-admission costs
Not included in estimated first-year cost
Application fee
Non-refundable
Sources
Source last checked: Oct 5, 2026
Admissions
Admissions Timeline
2027–28 cycleDates not posted for this cycle yet
What's required
Teacher recommendations
Interview
Standardized test results — last two years
Report cards — last two years
Specialized testing results, if any
Birth certificate
Immunization records
Academics
Advanced Coursework
22
AP Courses
16
Honors Courses
Dual Credit
OfferedSan Jacinto College courses for juniors and seniors; some Spanish courses can add Concordia University Nebraska credit for a fee.
Academic Model & Programs
Signature program: High School Academies — STEM, Flight, Legal Studies, Medical and Business academies each combine required courses with an internship, externship or pilot training.
Grading
+1.0 Honors & Dual Credit · +2.0 AP
Class Ranking
Not RankedTop 10% identified confidentially for Texas university admission
Graduation Requirements
26 credits minimumSources
Good to know
Each evaluation for a Specific Learning Disability, ADD/ADHD or psychological disorder must contain a full (not brief form) cognitive evaluation using instruments such as the WIAT-IV or WJ-IV. Accommodations are considered case by case.
Sources
Source last checked: Oct 6, 2026
College Prep
College Counseling
Personalized college counseling from grade 9 through graduation
Counselors host college representative visits and an annual college fair, and keep families updated on admission, aid and testing.
Testing & Test Prep
Free practice tests and college-testing tools through the school’s test-prep partner
Counselors also coordinate the school’s college testing programs.
College Planning
Aptitude and career-discovery assessment for every student
Used to point students toward their strengths and possible careers as they plan for college.
College outcomes · Class of 2026
91%
College Bound
$7.9M
College Scholarships
Sources
Source last checked: Oct 9, 2026
Faith & community
Lutheran identity
Lutheran
Lutheran Church–Missouri Synod (LCMS) · Families of any church may enroll but agree that their children will be taught according to the school’s Faith Statements.
Chapel & worship
Weekly chapel · devotions every school day
Faculty, area pastors, students and guest groups lead the services; Middle and Upper School have a student-led worship band.
Pastoral care
Dean of Spiritual Life · prayer gatherings and discussion groups
Weekend evening events offer worship and Bible study beyond the school day.
Service
Required community service every year
Up to half the hours may be served on campus; the rest at another school, church, agency or approved organization.
Sources
Source last checked: Oct 9, 2026
Athletics
TAPPS
League / Classification
Texas Association of Private and Parochial Schools.
13 sports offered
Varsity/interscholastic offerings
Football • Volleyball · Girls • Cross Country · Boys & Girls • Cheerleading • Basketball · Boys & Girls • Soccer · Boys & Girls • Swimming · Boys & Girls • Esports • Baseball • Softball • Track & Field • Golf · Boys & Girls • Tennis · Boys & Girls
Athletic Facilities
Gymnasium • Weight room • Stadium • Football field • Baseball field • Outdoor pavilion
Athletic Notables
TAPPS state champions: Baseball 2025 and 2026; Girls Golf 2023, 2024 and 2025; Boys Track & Field 2022 and 2024; Boys Swimming 2022
Sources
Source last checked: Oct 9, 2026
Arts
Band
Symphonic Band, with Drumline and Jazz Ensemble, plays at home football games; an auditioned Chapel Band leads school worship.
Dance
A year-long class that counts as a fine arts or PE credit.
Visual Arts
Art 1–4 and Ceramics 1–4, with AP Drawing and AP 3D Studio Ceramics portfolios.
Theater / Drama
Theatre Arts 1 and 2, plus a fall black-box drama and a spring musical with student crews.
Choir / Vocal
Concert Choir sings at concerts, worship and TAPPS vocal competition; placement is by audition.
Digital / Media Arts
Broadcast Journalism students stream LSA games live; Digital Media produces the daily announcements and a weekly campus show.
Sources
Source last checked: Oct 9, 2026
School life
Campus & Setting
Main Campus
PK3–12 on one campus · southeast Houston
The High School has its own building and office; lower and middle school share the grounds.
Library
High School Hub library
Grades 9–12 have their own library, one of three on campus, with print collections, e-books and online resources.
Academic Buildings
Mock courtroom · flight simulators
Legal Studies students practice in the school’s own courtroom; Flight Academy students train on school-owned certified simulators.
Sources
Source last checked: Oct 9, 2026
Daily Life
School Day
7:30 AM – 2:50 PM
A block schedule of alternating Green and White days, up to eight classes a semester. Late-start days begin at 8:15 AM.
Uniform
Standardized uniform · logo polo or button-down with khakis or a pleated skirt
Tops and outerwear must be school-branded from approved suppliers; spirit T-shirts on the last Friday of each month.
Lunch & Dining
Cafeteria hot lunch or a lunch from home
Meals are charged to a prepaid student account, and a weekly menu is posted online.
Phone Policy
Off and kept in lockers all school day
A phone seen or heard is held in the office for five days on a first offense.
Sources
Source last checked: Oct 6, 2026
Clubs & Activities
6 activities across 4 categories
Special Interest
- Pioneer 4-H
- 4-H Shooting Team
Debate & Speech
- Mock Trial
- Lincoln-Douglas Debate
Honor Societies
- National Honor Society
Yearbook
- The Pioneer
Sources
Source last checked: Oct 9, 2026
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