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#448 of 716 private schools in IL
Trinity Lutheran School
Elementary School
10247 S PRAIRIE RD, Red Bud, IL 62278
Enrollment
31
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
31
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#448 of 716
In Red Bud
#1 of 3
public schools
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Trinity Lutheran School
Elementary School in Red Bud · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Trinity Lutheran School
Trinity Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Red Bud, IL. Trinity Lutheran School serves approximately 31 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 5.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Trinity Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #448 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 5.9 · Average
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 31 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 5.5:1 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
BetaHow Trinity Lutheran School compares to the 2 public schools in Red Bud, IL
Student Demographics
All Schools in Red Bud
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Trinity Lutheran School (this school) | 5.9 |
| Red Bud Elem School | 6.7 |
| Red Bud High School | 5.2 |
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 IL.
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 IL
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
10247 S PRAIRIE RD, Red Bud, IL 62278
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Trinity Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Smithton Elem School (rated 8.3/10, 15.5 miles away, in nearby Smithton), which scores notably higher. Another option is New Athens Elem (rated 7.8/10, 10.1 miles away, in nearby New Athens), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Red Bud Elem School (rated 6.7/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Red Bud, see our Red Bud schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Red Bud | 3.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Red Bud Elem School Red Bud | 3.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Red Bud High School Red Bud | 3.2 mi | 5.2 |
| ST JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC SCHOOL Red Bud | 3.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Evansville Attendance Center Evansville | 6.4 mi | 6.4 |
| CHRIST OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Evansville | 7.0 mi | — |
| New Athens High School New Athens | 10.1 mi | 5.6 |
| New Athens Elem New Athens | 10.1 mi | 7.8 |
| New Athens Jr High New Athens | 10.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Prairie Du Rocher Elem School Prairie Du Rocher | 10.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Marissa Elem School Marissa | 11.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Marissa Jr & Sr High School Marissa | 11.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Smithton Elem School Smithton | 15.5 mi | 8.3 |
| STE. GENEVIEVE MIDDLE Ste Genevieve | 15.1 mi | 8.2 |
| VALLE CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Sainte Genevieve | 15.2 mi | 6.4 |
| STE. GENEVIEVE SR. HIGH Ste Genevieve | 15.1 mi | 6.0 |
| ST JOHN THE BAPTIST SCHOOL Smithton | 15.7 mi | 5.3 |
| STE. GENEVIEVE ELEM. Ste Genevieve | 15.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Waterloo High School Waterloo | 14.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Freeburg Primary Center Freeburg | 16.4 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 62278 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,017
Median Home Value
$181,500
Median Rent
$831/mo
Population
6,425
College Educated
21.8%
Homeownership
80.9%
Avg Commute
21.9 min
Poverty Rate
4.5%
Median Age
40.8
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|---|---|
| ST ANN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Nashville, IL | 5.9 |
| ACARATH MONTESSORI CENTER Schaumburg, IL | 6.0 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF LONG GROVE Long Grove, IL | 6.0 |
| PYTHAGORAS CHILDRENS ACADEMY Elmhurst, IL | 6.0 |
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| NEW LIFE ACADEMY Chicago, IL | 5.6 |
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 31 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Trinity Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at Trinity Lutheran School is 5.5:1. 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 #448 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Trinity Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
Trinity Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 31
- Gender Split
- 71% M / 29% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Randolph County
- Phone
- (618) 282-2881
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