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#617 of 716 private schools in IL

Trinity Lutheran School

Elementary School

1102 W HAMILTON RD, Bloomington, IL 61704

Private

Enrollment

331

Student-Teacher

16.6:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Illinois private schools

#617 of 716

In Bloomington

#4 of 5

public schools

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Trinity Lutheran School

5.0/10

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

Pepper Ridge Elementary School

6.0/10

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6.5/10

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About Trinity Lutheran School

Trinity Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Bloomington, IL. Trinity Lutheran School serves approximately 331 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Trinity Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #617 of 716 private schools in IL.

How it compares1.2 pts below IL schools
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • IL avg 6.2

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 15 public schools serving similar grades in Bloomington, IL

Student-Teacher Ratio
16.6:1
This School
vs
13.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
331
This School
vs
435
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.0
This School
vs
5.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 87.3% vs 0%
Black 4.2% vs 0%
Hispanic 1.5% vs 0%
Asian 1.5% vs 0%
Trinity Lutheran School Bloomington Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Trinity Lutheran School (this school) 5.0
Pepper Ridge Elementary School 6.0
Brigham Elementary 6.5
Cedar Ridge Elem School 4.4
Sarah A Raymond Sch of Early Educ 5.1
Irving Elementary School 3.1
Fox Creek Elementary School 3.6
Sheridan Elem School 4.2
Bent Elem School 3.0
Oakland Elementary School 4.7
Washington Elem School 5.9
Bloomington Jr High School 4.1
Evans Junior High School 6.3
Stevenson Elem School 3.6
Northpoint Elementary School 7.9
Benjamin Elem School 7.6

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)
C 2.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 16.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 6.4 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,211
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 5.2 / 10
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Diversity Index 23%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.0 / 10
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Enrollment 331
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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 87.3%
Two or More 5.4%
Black 4.2%
Hispanic 1.5%
Asian 1.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1102 W HAMILTON RD, Bloomington, IL 61704

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Trinity Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Thomas Metcalf School (rated 8.9/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Normal), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST MARYS SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Glenn Elem School (rated 6.8/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Normal), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bloomington, see our Bloomington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Pepper Ridge Elementary School Bloomington 0.9 mi 6.0
Brigham Elementary Bloomington 1.0 mi 6.5
HIGH ROAD SCHOOL OF BLOOMINGTON Bloomington 1.4 mi 6.7
Cedar Ridge Elem School Bloomington 1.4 mi 4.4
Sarah A Raymond Sch of Early Educ Bloomington 1.9 mi 5.1
Irving Elementary School Bloomington 1.9 mi 3.1
ST MARYS SCHOOL Bloomington 2.0 mi 8.6
Sheridan Elem School Bloomington 2.7 mi 4.2
Bent Elem School Bloomington 2.8 mi 3.0
Fox Creek Elementary School Bloomington 2.3 mi 3.6
Washington Elem School Bloomington 2.9 mi 5.9
Oakland Elementary School Bloomington 2.8 mi 4.7
CORPUS CHRISTI CATHOLIC SCHOOL Bloomington 2.7 mi 4.6
Bloomington Jr High School Bloomington 3.2 mi 4.1
Bloomington High School Bloomington 3.3 mi 6.2
YBMC Charter Sch Normal 3.6 mi
Glenn Elem School Normal 3.8 mi 6.8
Oakdale Elem School Normal 3.9 mi 4.6
Kingsley Jr High School Normal 4.2 mi 4.9
Thomas Metcalf School Normal 4.3 mi 8.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 61704 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$93,107

Median Home Value

$242,000

Median Rent

$1,094/mo

Population

36,938

College Educated

58.4%

Homeownership

66.2%

Avg Commute

16.7 min

Poverty Rate

5.7%

Median Age

36.7

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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 331 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Trinity Lutheran School is 16.6:1. 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 IL?

Trinity Lutheran School ranks #617 of 716 private schools in IL.

What is Trinity Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?

Trinity Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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
31 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
18 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
331
Gender Split
47% M / 53% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
173 days
Setting
Small City
County
McLean County

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