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#103 of 157 private schools in IA

Trinity Lutheran School

Elementary School

1122 W CENTRAL PARK AVE, Davenport, IA 52804

Private

Enrollment

281

Student-Teacher

15.6:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Iowa private schools

#103 of 157

In Davenport

#5 of 5

public schools

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Trinity Lutheran School

5.8/10

Elementary School in Davenport · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.3/10

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2.8/10

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About Trinity Lutheran School

Trinity Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Davenport, IA. Trinity Lutheran School serves approximately 281 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Trinity Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #103 of 157 private schools in IA.

Structured state assessment records for Trinity Lutheran School show 67% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).

How it compares0.7 pts below IA schools
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • IA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Trinity 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

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How Trinity Lutheran School compares to 20 public schools serving similar grades in Davenport, IA

Student-Teacher Ratio
15.6:1
This School
vs
13.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
281
This School
vs
400
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.8
This School
vs
3.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 81.9% vs 0%
Hispanic 6.4% vs 0%
Black 3.9% vs 0%
Asian 2.1% vs 0%
Trinity Lutheran School Davenport Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Trinity Lutheran School (this school) 5.8
Adams Elementary School 2.8
Williams Intermediate 1.9
Mid City High 5.4
Madison Elementary School 1.7
Jefferson Elementary School 2.0
Children's Village West 2.8
Garfield Elementary School 2.9
Frank L Smart Intermediate 1.9
Wilson Elementary School 4.2
Sudlow Intermediate 5.0
Harrison Elementary School 5.6
Wood Intermediate 3.7
Truman Elementary School 4.3
Children's Village At Hoover 2.6
Eisenhower Elementary School 4.4
McKinley Elementary School 4.9
Hayes Elementary School 3.5
Children's Village Hayes
Jackson Elementary School 3.5
Fillmore Elementary School 5.5

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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 IA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C 2.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 15.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 7.1 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,246
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 7.7 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 32%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
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Enrollment 281
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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 IA

Test Scores IA ISASP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 66.6% (2025 ISASP)
School
State
74.0% (2025 ISASP)
ELA Proficiency 74.7% (2025 ISASP)
School
State
74.6% (2025 ISASP)

Based on 14 test records from IA state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 81.9%
Hispanic 6.4%
Two or More 5.7%
Black 3.9%
Asian 2.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1122 W CENTRAL PARK AVE, Davenport, IA 52804

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Trinity Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JOHN F KENNEDY CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST PAUL THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Davenport, see our Davenport schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Davenport 0.6 mi 6.3
Adams Elementary School Davenport 0.6 mi 2.8
Mid City High Davenport 0.8 mi 5.4
Williams Intermediate Davenport 0.7 mi 1.9
Jefferson Elementary School Davenport 1.1 mi 2.0
JOHN F KENNEDY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Davenport 1.2 mi 7.6
Madison Elementary School Davenport 1.0 mi 1.7
Children's Village West Davenport 1.3 mi 2.8
Central High School Davenport 1.3 mi 3.9
Frank L Smart Intermediate Davenport 1.7 mi 1.9
Garfield Elementary School Davenport 1.5 mi 2.9
Harrison Elementary School Davenport 2.0 mi 5.6
ST PAUL THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Davenport 1.5 mi 7.2
North High School Davenport 2.1 mi 3.4
Wood Intermediate Davenport 2.3 mi 3.7
Wilson Elementary School Davenport 1.8 mi 4.2
Sudlow Intermediate Davenport 1.9 mi 5.0
Truman Elementary School Davenport 2.4 mi 4.3
West High School Davenport 2.1 mi 3.5
Children's Village At Hoover Davenport 2.4 mi 2.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 52804 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,450

Median Home Value

$148,400

Median Rent

$909/mo

Population

27,023

College Educated

24.4%

Homeownership

66.3%

Avg Commute

19.5 min

Poverty Rate

16.6%

Median Age

37.2

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AGWSR Elementary School Ackley, IA 5.8
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Downtown School Des Moines, IA 5.8
Early Childhood Center Fort Dodge, IA 5.8
Helen Lemme Elementary School Iowa City, IA 5.8
Mid-Prairie East Elementary School Kalona, IA 5.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Trinity Lutheran School

What grades does Trinity Lutheran School serve?

Trinity Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Trinity Lutheran School?

Trinity Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 281 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Trinity Lutheran School?

The student-teacher ratio at Trinity Lutheran School is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Trinity Lutheran School rank in IA?

Trinity Lutheran School ranks #103 of 157 private schools in IA.

What is Trinity Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?

Trinity Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Trinity Lutheran School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Trinity Lutheran School has 67% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).

Is Trinity Lutheran School a private school?

Yes, Trinity 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 Trinity Lutheran School a religious school?

Trinity Lutheran School has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
33 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
281
Gender Split
52% M / 48% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
178 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
Scott County

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