Excellent
#35 of 478 private schools in IN
Top 7% of private schools
Trinity Lutheran School
Elementary School
8540 E 16TH ST, Indianapolis, IN 46219
Enrollment
113
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
113
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Indiana private schools
#35 of 478
In Indianapolis
#13 of 64
public schools
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Trinity Lutheran School
Elementary School in Indianapolis · 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 Indianapolis, IN. Trinity Lutheran School serves approximately 113 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Trinity Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #35 of 478 private schools in IN.
Structured state assessment records for Trinity Lutheran School show 41% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- IN avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 113 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.
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 191 public schools serving similar grades in Indianapolis, IN
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Trinity Lutheran School (this school) | 8.4 |
| Pleasant Run Elementary School | 4.5 |
| Lakeside Elementary School | 4.6 |
| Warren Online Academy | — |
| Hawthorne Elementary School | 3.6 |
| Tindley Summit Academy | 5.4 |
| Eastridge Elementary School | 4.7 |
| PLA at George H Fisher School 93 | 8.4 |
| Sunny Heights Elementary School | 3.3 |
| Phalen at Francis Scott Key 103 | 6.9 |
| Phalen Leadership Academy - IN Inc | 2.7 |
| Anna Brochhausen School 88 | 4.4 |
| Charles Warren Fairbanks Sch 105 | 4.6 |
| Circle City Preparatory Elementary School | 7.5 |
| Stonybrook Intermediate & Middle | 4.2 |
| Grassy Creek Elementary School | 4.9 |
| Brookview Elementary School | 4.1 |
| Andrew J Brown Academy | 4.4 |
| PLA@Promise Prep | 5.3 |
| Arlington Woods School 99 | 1.6 |
| Rooted School Indianapolis | 5.0 |
Showing 20 of 191 schools. View all schools in Indianapolis
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 IN.
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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 IN
Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)
Based on 17 test records from IN state assessments. About our data
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
8540 E 16TH ST, Indianapolis, IN 46219
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Trinity Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PLA at George H Fisher School 93 (rated 8.4/10, 2.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is BURGE TERRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 3.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Circle City Preparatory Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 2.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Indianapolis, see our Indianapolis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 46219 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,811
Median Home Value
$177,000
Median Rent
$991/mo
Population
38,246
College Educated
26.4%
Homeownership
58.1%
Avg Commute
23.7 min
Poverty Rate
17.8%
Median Age
34.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| EVANSVILLE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Evansville, IN | 8.4 |
| Madison Elementary School Wakarusa, IN | 8.4 |
| ST ROSE OF LIMA SCHOOL Franklin, IN | 8.4 |
| COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Richmond, IN | 8.3 |
| FOREST RIDGE ACADEMY Schererville, IN | 8.3 |
| ST JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC SCHOOL South Bend, IN | 8.6 |
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 113 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Trinity Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at Trinity Lutheran School is 10.8:1. 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 IN?
Trinity Lutheran School ranks #35 of 478 private schools in IN.
What is Trinity Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
Trinity Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Trinity Lutheran School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Trinity Lutheran School has 41% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).
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
- 113
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Marion County
- Phone
- (317) 897-0243
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