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#398 of 462 private schools in MI
Trinity Lutheran School
Elementary School
45160 VAN DYKE AVE, Utica, MI 48317
Enrollment
395
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
395
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Michigan private schools
#398 of 462
In Utica
#2 of 2
public schools
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Trinity Lutheran School
Elementary School in Utica · 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 Utica, MI. Trinity Lutheran School serves approximately 395 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Trinity Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #398 of 462 private schools in MI.
- This school 5.0 · Average
- MI avg 6.1
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
BetaHow Trinity Lutheran School compares to the 3 public schools in Utica, MI
Student Demographics
All Schools in Utica
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Trinity Lutheran School (this school) | 5.0 |
| Eppler Junior High School | 6.6 |
| Flickinger Elementary School | 6.2 |
| Utica High 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
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.
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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
45160 VAN DYKE AVE, Utica, MI 48317
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Trinity Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CHIQUITOS BILINGUAL MONTESSORI (rated 8.0/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dekeyser Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Sterling Heights), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Issac Monfort Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Shelby Township), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Utica, see our Utica schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Eppler Junior High School Utica | 0.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Flickinger Elementary School Utica | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Wiley Elementary School Shelby Township | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Utica High School Utica | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Dresden Elementary School Sterling Heights | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| West Utica Elementary School Shelby Township | 1.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Henry Ford II High School Sterling Heights | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Browning Elementary School Sterling Heights | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| UCS Alternative Learning Center Sterling Heights | 2.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Bemis Junior High School Sterling Heights | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Schwarzkoff Elementary School Sterling Heights | 2.5 mi | 6.7 |
| CHIQUITOS BILINGUAL MONTESSORI Utica | 1.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Jack Harvey Elementary School Sterling Heights | 2.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Plumbrook Elementary School Sterling Heights | 3.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Adlai Stevenson High School Sterling Heights | 3.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Havel Elementary School Sterling Heights | 2.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Shelby Junior High School Shelby Township | 3.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Burr Elementary School Sterling Heights | 2.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Issac Monfort Elementary School Shelby Township | 3.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Dekeyser Elementary School Sterling Heights | 3.2 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48317 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,465
Median Home Value
$248,700
Median Rent
$1,227/mo
Population
27,998
College Educated
31.9%
Homeownership
57.3%
Avg Commute
23.4 min
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Median Age
39.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Attwood School Lansing, MI | 5.0 |
| Belle River Elementary School Marine City, MI | 5.0 |
| Blair Moody Elementary School Taylor, MI | 5.0 |
| Cedar View Elementary School Cedar Springs, MI | 5.0 |
| Centreville Elementary School Centreville, MI | 5.0 |
| Columbia Elementary School Brooklyn, MI | 5.0 |
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 395 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Trinity Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at Trinity Lutheran School is 17.2:1. 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 #398 of 462 private schools in MI.
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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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 395
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 6.7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Macomb County
- Phone
- (586) 731-4490
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