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#33 of 82 private schools in ID
Top 39% of private schools
Zion Lutheran School
Elementary School
1012 12TH AVE RD, Nampa, ID 83686
Enrollment
53
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
53
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Idaho private schools
#33 of 82
In Nampa
#3 of 7
public schools
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Zion Lutheran School
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About Zion Lutheran School
Zion Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Nampa, ID. Zion Lutheran School serves approximately 53 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Zion Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #33 of 82 private schools in ID.
- This school 6.7 · Average
- ID avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 53 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 30 public schools serving similar grades in Nampa, ID
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Zion Lutheran School (this school) | 6.7 |
| CENTENNIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.7 |
| IOWA ELEMENTARY | 5.6 |
| SOUTH MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5.0 |
| SHERMAN ELEMENTARY | 4.6 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY | 3.1 |
| WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL | 3.8 |
| GREENHURST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.2 |
| NAMPA EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER | 2.9 |
| ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.9 |
| OWYHEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.9 |
| IDAHO ARTS CHARTER SCHOOL | 4.5 |
| UNION HIGH SCHOOL | 5.2 |
| LAKE RIDGE ELEMENTARY | 6.2 |
| ENDEAVOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.8 |
| NAMPA ONLINE VIRTUAL ACADEMY | 6.3 |
| PARK RIDGE ELEMENTARY | 3.7 |
| WILLOW CREEK ELEMENTARY | 6.6 |
| LONE STAR MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5.4 |
| SNAKE RIVER ELEMENTARY | 3.0 |
| REAGAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.6 |
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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 ID.
Data Unavailable
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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 ID
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
1012 12TH AVE RD, Nampa, ID 83686
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Zion Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST PAULS CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LAKE RIDGE ELEMENTARY (rated 6.2/10, 2.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Nampa, see our Nampa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NAMPA SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Nampa | 0.2 mi | 4.3 |
| GEM PREP: NAMPA Deary | 0.3 mi | — |
| CENTENNIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Nampa | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| IOWA ELEMENTARY Nampa | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| PATHWAYS IN EDUCATION: NAMPA Nampa | 0.8 mi | 3.7 |
| SOUTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Nampa | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| ST PAULS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Nampa | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| BOISE GIRLS ACADEMY-TEEN CHALLENGE PACIFIC NORTHWE Nampa | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Nampa | 1.2 mi | 3.1 |
| SKYVIEW HIGH SCHOOL Nampa | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| SHERMAN ELEMENTARY Nampa | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL Nampa | 1.4 mi | 3.8 |
| TEACHING WORLD Nampa | 1.7 mi | 4.0 |
| NAMPA MONTESSORI Nampa | 2.0 mi | — |
| UNION HIGH SCHOOL Nampa | 2.1 mi | 5.2 |
| IDAHO ARTS CHARTER SCHOOL Nampa | 2.0 mi | 4.5 |
| LAKE RIDGE ELEMENTARY Nampa | 2.2 mi | 6.2 |
| ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Nampa | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| NAMPA EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Nampa | 1.7 mi | 2.9 |
| GREENHURST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Nampa | 1.7 mi | 3.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 83686 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,666
Median Home Value
$381,800
Median Rent
$1,310/mo
Population
59,532
College Educated
27.5%
Homeownership
76.7%
Avg Commute
24.5 min
Poverty Rate
8.5%
Median Age
35.3
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DEEP CREEK MENNONITE SCHOOL Buhl, ID | 6.8 |
| PIONEER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Ketchum, ID | 6.8 |
| BOISE ONLINE SCHOOL - ELEMENTARY Boise, ID | 6.4 |
| CHERRY GULCH Emmett, ID | 7.0 |
| HOPE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Idaho Falls, ID | 6.4 |
| KIDZ CONNECTION MONTESSORI Boise, ID | 7.0 |
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 6th.
How many students attend Zion Lutheran School?
Zion Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 53 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 ID?
Zion Lutheran School ranks #33 of 82 private schools in ID.
What is Zion Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
Zion Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 53
- Gender Split
- 66% M / 34% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 171 days
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Canyon County
- Phone
- (208) 466-9141
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