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#798 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 45% of private schools
Zion Lutheran School
Elementary School
10368 RD 256, Terra Bella, CA 93270
Enrollment
31
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
31
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#798 of 1,787
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Zion Lutheran School
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About Zion Lutheran School
Zion Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Terra Bella, CA. Zion Lutheran School serves approximately 31 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Zion Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #798 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.4 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 31 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.
At 9.4:1 students to teachers, Zion Lutheran School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
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 the 3 public schools in Terra Bella, CA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Terra Bella
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Zion Lutheran School (this school) | 6.4 |
| Terra Bella Elementary | 7.8 |
| Carl Smith Middle | 7.3 |
| Saucelito Elementary | 6.4 |
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
10368 RD 256, Terra Bella, CA 93270
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Zion Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hope Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Porterville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Terra Bella Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Santa Fe Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Porterville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Terra Bella, see our Terra Bella schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Terra Bella Elementary Terra Bella | 2.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Carl Smith Middle Terra Bella | 2.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Hope Elementary Porterville | 3.5 mi | 9.0 |
| Vandalia Elementary Porterville | 4.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Pioneer Middle Porterville | 4.9 mi | 7.1 |
| John J. Doyle Elementary Porterville | 5.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Santa Fe Elementary Porterville | 5.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Alta Vista Elementary Porterville | 5.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Olive Street Elementary Porterville | 6.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Porterville High Porterville | 6.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Granite Hills High Porterville | 6.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Roche Elementary Porterville | 6.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Ducor Union Elementary Ducor | 6.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Bartlett Middle Porterville | 6.6 mi | 6.3 |
| ST ANNE SCHOOL Porterville | 6.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Belleview Elementary Porterville | 6.7 mi | 4.4 |
| West Putnam Elementary Porterville | 6.8 mi | 4.0 |
| Summit Charter Academy Porterville | 6.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Sequoia Christian Academey Porterville Porterville | 7.1 mi | — |
| Citrus High Porterville | 7.3 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93270 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,795
Median Home Value
$291,800
Median Rent
$1,082/mo
Population
5,703
College Educated
5.8%
Homeownership
67.2%
Avg Commute
26.1 min
Poverty Rate
10.5%
Median Age
37.2
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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 Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Zion Lutheran School?
Zion Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 31 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Zion Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at Zion Lutheran School is 9.4:1. 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 #798 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Zion Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
Zion Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 31
- Gender Split
- 45% M / 55% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 7.1 hours
- Days Per Year
- 181 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Tulare County
- Phone
- (559) 535-4346
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