Very Good
#139 of 462 private schools in MI
Top 30% of private schools
Trinity Lutheran School
Elementary School
38900 HARPER AVE, Clinton Township, MI 48036
Enrollment
197
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
197
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Michigan private schools
#139 of 462
In Clinton Township
#1 of 3
public schools
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Trinity Lutheran School
Elementary School in Clinton Township · grades Kindergarten – 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 Clinton Township, MI. Trinity Lutheran School serves approximately 197 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Trinity Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #139 of 462 private schools in MI.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 197 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 8 public schools serving similar grades in Clinton Township, MI
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Trinity Lutheran School (this school) | 7.0 |
| Tenniswood Elementary School | 3.9 |
| Charles C McGlinnen School | 2.8 |
| Robbie Hall Parker School | 3.1 |
| Clintondale Middle School | 3.8 |
| Rainbow Elementary School | 6.1 |
| Walt Disney Elementary School | 4.8 |
| Salk Elementary School | 5.8 |
| Huron Academy Grades 38 | 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
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 MI.
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 MI
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
38900 HARPER AVE, Clinton Township, MI 48036
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Trinity Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MONTESSORI STEPPING STONES (rated 7.7/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Mount Clemens), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ST MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Mount Clemens), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Donald J Yacks Elem School (rated 6.1/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Harrison Township), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Clinton Township, see our Clinton Township schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Neil E Reid High School Clinton Township | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| High School Harrison Township | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Middle School Central Harrison Township | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Marie C Graham Elem School Harrison Township | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| ST MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mount Clemens | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Mount Clemens High School Mount Clemens | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Mount Clemens Middle School Mount Clemens | 1.3 mi | 3.2 |
| MONTESSORI STEPPING STONES Mount Clemens | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Mt Clemens Montessori Academy Mount Clemens | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Tenniswood Elementary School Clinton Township | 1.7 mi | 3.9 |
| Prevail Academy Mount Clemens | 1.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Clinton Valley Elementary School Mount Clemens | 1.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Donald J Yacks Elem School Harrison Township | 2.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Seminole Academy Mount Clemens | 1.7 mi | 2.2 |
| Middle School South Harrison Township | 2.4 mi | 4.7 |
| South River Elementary School Harrison Township | 1.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Frederick V Pankow Center Clinton Township | 2.6 mi | — |
| DiAnne M Pellerin Center Clinton Township | 2.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Charles C McGlinnen School Clinton Township | 2.3 mi | 2.8 |
| Macomb County Juvenile Justice Center School Mount Clemens | 2.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48036 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,109
Median Home Value
$201,000
Median Rent
$1,018/mo
Population
22,160
College Educated
21.7%
Homeownership
70.8%
Avg Commute
25.8 min
Poverty Rate
14.9%
Median Age
40.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BATTLE CREEK AREA CATHOLIC SCHOOL ST JOSEPH ELEMEN Battle Creek, MI | 7.0 |
| Battle Creek Montessori Academy Springfield, MI | 7.0 |
| Blue Star Elementary School Holland, MI | 7.0 |
| Bushnell Elementary School Lowell, MI | 7.0 |
| FR MARQUETTE CATHOLIC ACADEMY Marquette, MI | 7.0 |
| Grant Primary Center Grant, MI | 7.0 |
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 197 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Trinity Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at Trinity Lutheran School is 12.9:1. 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 MI?
Trinity Lutheran School ranks #139 of 462 private schools in MI.
What is Trinity Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
Trinity Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 197
- Gender Split
- 45% M / 55% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Macomb County
- Phone
- (586) 468-8511
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