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#224 of 716 private schools in IL

Top 31% of private schools

Trinity Lutheran School

Elementary School

1165 WESTMORE MEYERS RD, Lombard, IL 60148

Private

Enrollment

50

Student-Teacher

8.9:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Illinois private schools

#224 of 716

In Lombard

#1 of 8

public schools

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Trinity Lutheran School

6.9/10

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

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5.6/10

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About Trinity Lutheran School

Trinity Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Lombard, IL. Trinity Lutheran School serves approximately 50 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Trinity Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #224 of 716 private schools in IL.

How it compares0.7 pts above IL schools
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 50 students, Trinity 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 8.9:1 students to teachers, Trinity Lutheran School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

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 12 public schools serving similar grades in Lombard, IL

Student-Teacher Ratio
8.9:1
This School
vs
13.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
50
This School
vs
340
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.9
This School
vs
7.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 46% vs 0%
Hispanic 28% vs 0%
Black 18% vs 0%
Trinity Lutheran School Lombard Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Trinity Lutheran School (this school) 6.9
York Center Elem School 5.6
Stevenson School 7.9
John Schroder Early Childhood Ctr 6.2
Westmore Elem School 7.5
Wm Hammerschmidt Elem School 7.4
Manor Hill Elem School 8.5
Glenn Westlake Middle School 7.4
Madison Elementary School 7.3
Schafer Elem School 5.9
Pleasant Lane Elem School 8.8
Park View Elem School 8.9
Butterfield Elem School 7.2

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 IL.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A- 7.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.9:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.0 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,170
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A+ 9.6 / 10
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Diversity Index 67%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C 3.2 / 10
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Enrollment 50
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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 IL

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 46.0%
Hispanic 28.0%
Black 18.0%
Two or More 8.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1165 WESTMORE MEYERS RD, Lombard, IL 60148

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Trinity Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Manor Hill Elem School (rated 8.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ardmore Elem School (rated 8.1/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Villa Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Stevenson School (rated 7.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lombard, see our Lombard schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
York Center Elem School Lombard 0.4 mi 5.6
ISLAMIC FOUNDATION SCHOOL Villa Park 0.5 mi 7.1
Stevenson School Lombard 0.6 mi 7.9
District 45 Early Education Ctr Villa Park 0.6 mi
Jackson Middle School Villa Park 0.6 mi 6.5
Willowbrook High School Villa Park 0.5 mi 7.8
MONTINI CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Lombard 0.7 mi 6.0
ST PIUS X ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lombard 0.8 mi 5.5
John Schroder Early Childhood Ctr Lombard 0.9 mi 6.2
Westmore Elem School Lombard 1.2 mi 7.5
CREATIVE MONTESSORI LEARNING CENTER Lombard 1.2 mi
ILM MONTESSORI INC Lombard 1.0 mi 3.6
THE GARDNER SCHOOL OF OAKBROOK TERRACE Oakbrook Terrace 1.2 mi
FUSION ACADEMY OB: CHICAGO- OAK BROOK Oak Brook 1.5 mi
Wm Hammerschmidt Elem School Lombard 1.3 mi 7.4
John E Albright Middle School Villa Park 1.3 mi 6.8
Ardmore Elem School Villa Park 1.7 mi 8.1
Manor Hill Elem School Lombard 1.4 mi 8.5
Glenbard East High School Lombard 1.4 mi 8.0
Glenn Westlake Middle School Lombard 1.5 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60148 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$96,606

Median Home Value

$328,600

Median Rent

$1,805/mo

Population

52,358

College Educated

48.2%

Homeownership

71.5%

Avg Commute

25.7 min

Poverty Rate

7.1%

Median Age

39

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JOLIET MONTESSORI SCHOOL Crest Hill, IL 7.0
CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sterling, IL 6.8
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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 50 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Trinity Lutheran School is 8.9:1. 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 IL?

Trinity Lutheran School ranks #224 of 716 private schools in IL.

What is Trinity Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?

Trinity Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

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
70 Very Walkable
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
50
Gender Split
38% M / 62% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
6
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
DuPage County

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