Very Good
#96 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 13% of private schools
Trinity Lutheran School
Elementary School
824 E MAIN ST, Danville, IL 61832
Enrollment
40
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
40
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#96 of 716
In Danville
#1 of 4
public schools
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Trinity Lutheran School
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About Trinity Lutheran School
Trinity Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Danville, IL. Trinity Lutheran School serves approximately 40 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 8:1 student-teacher ratio. Trinity Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #96 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 40 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 8:1 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 8 public schools serving similar grades in Danville, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Trinity Lutheran School (this school) | 7.7 |
| Mark Denman Elementary School | 5.5 |
| Northeast Elem Magnet School | 5.1 |
| South View Upper Elem School | 5.7 |
| Meade Park Elem School | 4.2 |
| North Ridge Middle School | 4.9 |
| Edison Elem School | 3.6 |
| Southwest Elem School | 7.8 |
| Liberty Elem School | 6.2 |
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.
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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
824 E MAIN ST, Danville, IL 61832
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Trinity Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Salt Fork North Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Catlin), with a very similar rating. Another option is Southwest Elem School (rated 7.8/10, 3.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Liberty Elem School (rated 6.2/10, 3.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Danville, see our Danville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mark Denman Elementary School Danville | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Danville High School Danville | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Northeast Elem Magnet School Danville | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| FIRST BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Danville | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| South View Upper Elem School Danville | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| SCHLARMAN ACADEMY Danville | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Meade Park Elem School Danville | 1.8 mi | 4.2 |
| North Ridge Middle School Danville | 2.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Edison Elem School Danville | 2.6 mi | 3.6 |
| SCHLARMAN ACADEMY Danville | 2.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Liberty Elem School Danville | 3.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Southwest Elem School Danville | 3.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Westville High School Westville | 5.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Westville Jr High School Westville | 5.5 mi | 3.1 |
| Judith Giacoma Elem School Westville | 6.0 mi | 2.9 |
| Salt Fork North Elementary School Catlin | 6.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Salt Fork High School Catlin | 6.5 mi | 6.7 |
| B H R A Cooperative HS Bismarck | 9.5 mi | — |
| Bismarck-Henning Jr High School Bismarck | 9.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Coop HS 1 Bismarck | 9.5 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 61832 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$45,264
Median Home Value
$78,400
Median Rent
$805/mo
Population
32,302
College Educated
17.2%
Homeownership
59%
Avg Commute
14.5 min
Poverty Rate
23.2%
Median Age
39.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF CHICAGO Chicago, IL | 7.7 |
| Avon Elem Sch Avon, IL | 7.6 |
| YACHAD KIDS ACADEMY Buffalo Grove, IL | 7.6 |
| Steward Elementary School Steward, IL | 7.5 |
| MONTESSORI FOUNDATIONS OF CHGO Chicago, IL | 7.4 |
| McClellan Elementary School Mount Vernon, IL | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Trinity Lutheran School
What grades does Trinity Lutheran School serve?
Trinity Lutheran School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Trinity Lutheran School?
Trinity Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 40 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Trinity Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at Trinity Lutheran School is 8:1. 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 #96 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Trinity Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
Trinity Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 40
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 200 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Vermilion County
- Phone
- (217) 442-4311
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