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Zion Lutheran School
Elementary School
1244 E CYPRESS ST, Anaheim, CA 92805
Enrollment
175
Student-Teacher
23:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
175
Student-Teacher
23:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,421 of 1,787
In Anaheim
#13 of 15
public schools
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Zion Lutheran School
Elementary School in Anaheim · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Zion Lutheran School
Zion Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Anaheim, CA. Zion Lutheran School serves approximately 175 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 23:1 student-teacher ratio. Zion Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,421 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 5.3 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 175 students, Zion Lutheran School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Zion Lutheran School runs 23:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Zion Lutheran School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Zion Lutheran School compares to 56 public schools serving similar grades in Anaheim, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Zion Lutheran School (this school) | 5.3 |
| Lincoln (Abraham) Elementary | 4.7 |
| Sycamore Junior High | 3.8 |
| Edison (Thomas) Elementary | 5.3 |
| EPIC Charter (Excellence Performance Innovation Citizenship) | 4.6 |
| Jefferson (Thomas) Elementary | 5.4 |
| Roosevelt (Theodore) Elementary | 4.5 |
| Olive Street Elementary | 4.7 |
| South Junior High | 4.7 |
| Sunkist Elementary | 5.3 |
| Franklin (Benjamin) Elementary | 5.2 |
| Juarez (Benito) Elementary | 4.9 |
| Vibrant Minds Charter | 7.9 |
| Mann (Horace) Elementary | 6.2 |
| Orange Grove Elementary | 4.4 |
| Guinn (James M.) Elementary | 4.4 |
| Ross (Betsy) Elementary | 4.2 |
| Revere (Paul) Elementary | 5.6 |
| Henry (Patrick) Elementary | 3.8 |
| Price (Adelaide) Elementary | 6.0 |
| Westmont Elementary | 4.8 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1244 E CYPRESS ST, Anaheim, CA 92805
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Zion Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MINARET ACADEMY (rated 8.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST CATHERINE'S ACADEMY (rated 8.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Jefferson (Thomas) Elementary (rated 5.4/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Anaheim, see our Anaheim schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Zion Lutheran Elementary Anaheim | 0.1 mi | — |
| Anaheim Discovery Christian SChool Anaheim | 0.3 mi | — |
| Lincoln (Abraham) Elementary Anaheim | 0.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Sycamore Junior High Anaheim | 0.6 mi | 3.8 |
| Edison (Thomas) Elementary Anaheim | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Selassie Homeschool Anaheim | 0.7 mi | — |
| THE MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF ANAHEIM Anaheim | 0.8 mi | — |
| EPIC Charter (Excellence Performance Innovation Citizenship) Anaheim | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Jefferson (Thomas) Elementary Anaheim | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Roosevelt (Theodore) Elementary Anaheim | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Olive Street Elementary Anaheim | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Minaret Academy Anaheim | 1.1 mi | — |
| MINARET ACADEMY Anaheim | 1.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Sapolu Destined Academy Anaheim | 1.3 mi | — |
| MONTESSORI LEARNING CENTER Anaheim | 1.1 mi | — |
| South Junior High Anaheim | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| ST CATHERINE'S ACADEMY Anaheim | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| Franklin (Benjamin) Elementary Anaheim | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Sunkist Elementary Anaheim | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTERS # 218 Anaheim | 1.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92805 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,623
Median Home Value
$667,400
Median Rent
$2,045/mo
Population
74,336
College Educated
26.3%
Homeownership
40.4%
Avg Commute
26.6 min
Poverty Rate
13.5%
Median Age
33.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Zion Lutheran School
What grades does Zion Lutheran School serve?
Zion Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Zion Lutheran School?
Zion Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 175 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Zion Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at Zion Lutheran School is 23:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Zion Lutheran School rank in CA?
Zion Lutheran School ranks #1,421 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Zion Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
Zion Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Zion Lutheran School a private school?
Yes, Zion Lutheran School is a private coeducational school with a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Zion Lutheran School a religious school?
Zion Lutheran School has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 175
- Gender Split
- 26% M / 74% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Orange County
- Phone
- (562) 644-5483
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