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#70 of 157 private schools in IA
Top 44% of private schools
Zion Lutheran School
Elementary School
1004 1ST AVE S, Denison, IA 51442
Enrollment
80
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
80
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Iowa private schools
#70 of 157
In Denison
#1 of 2
public schools
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Zion Lutheran School
Elementary School in Denison · 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 Denison, IA. Zion Lutheran School serves approximately 80 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Zion Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #70 of 157 private schools in IA.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- IA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 80 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 8.8:1 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 4 public schools in Denison, IA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Denison
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Zion Lutheran School (this school) | 6.5 |
| Broadway Elementary School | 7.7 |
| Denison Elementary School | 4.8 |
| Denison High School | 7.0 |
| Denison Middle School | 8.5 |
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 IA.
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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
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Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1004 1ST AVE S, Denison, IA 51442
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Zion Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Schleswig Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 10.8 miles away, in nearby Schleswig), which scores notably higher. Another option is Boyer Valley Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 9.2 miles away, in nearby Dow City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ar-We-Va Elementary Community School (rated 8.1/10, 13.9 miles away, in nearby Westside), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Denison, see our Denison schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 23.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 51442 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,399
Median Home Value
$146,200
Median Rent
$763/mo
Population
9,586
College Educated
18%
Homeownership
75.9%
Avg Commute
14.8 min
Poverty Rate
19.9%
Median Age
36.3
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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 80 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Zion Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at Zion Lutheran School is 8.8:1. 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 IA?
Zion Lutheran School ranks #70 of 157 private schools in IA.
What is Zion Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
Zion Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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
- 80
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 6.7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 169 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Crawford County
- Phone
- (712) 263-4766
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