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#264 of 462 private schools in MI

Trinity Lutheran School

Elementary School

725 PINE ST, Paw Paw, MI 49079

Private

Enrollment

70

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 7th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Michigan private schools

#264 of 462

In Paw Paw

#2 of 2

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Trinity Lutheran School

6.1/10

Elementary School in Paw Paw · grades Pre-K – 7th. 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 Paw Paw, MI. Trinity Lutheran School serves approximately 70 students, and covers grades Pre-K-7th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Trinity Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #264 of 462 private schools in MI.

How it comparesOn par with MI schools
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • MI avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 70 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

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How Trinity Lutheran School compares to the 5 public schools in Paw Paw, MI

Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
This School
vs
17.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
70
This School
vs
427
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.1
This School
vs
6.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 87.1% vs 0%
Asian 2.9% vs 0%
Hispanic 1.4% vs 0%
Trinity Lutheran School Paw Paw Public Avg

All Schools in Paw Paw

School Rating
Trinity Lutheran School (this school) 6.1
Cedar Street Community and Family Center 5.7
Paw Paw Middle School 6.0
Paw Paw Early Elementary School 7.4
Paw Paw Later Elementary 6.2
Paw Paw High School 6.9

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B 5.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 13.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 7.2 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 7.1 / 10
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Diversity Index 23%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.7 / 10
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Enrollment 70
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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)

White 87.1%
Two or More 8.6%
Asian 2.9%
Hispanic 1.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

725 PINE ST, Paw Paw, MI 49079

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Trinity Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mattawan Early Childhood Education Center (rated 7.9/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Mattawan), which scores notably higher. Another option is Paw Paw Early Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Gobles Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 9.9 miles away, in nearby Gobles), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Paw Paw, see our Paw Paw schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Cedar Street Community and Family Center Paw Paw 0.2 mi 5.7
ST MARY SCHOOL Paw Paw 0.4 mi 6.5
Paw Paw Middle School Paw Paw 1.1 mi 6.0
Communitybased Transition Center Lawrence 1.2 mi 7.8
Paw Paw Early Elementary School Paw Paw 1.2 mi 7.4
Paw Paw Later Elementary Paw Paw 1.3 mi 6.2
Paw Paw High School Paw Paw 1.6 mi 6.9
Lawton Elementary School Lawton 4.2 mi 6.3
Lawton Accelerated Academic Center Lawton 4.2 mi 5.2
Lawton Middle School Lawton 4.3 mi 5.8
Lawton High School Lawton 4.4 mi 7.2
Mattawan Later Elem School Mattawan 3.8 mi 7.0
Mattawan Early Elem School Mattawan 3.8 mi 6.2
Mattawan High School Mattawan 4.2 mi 7.0
Mattawan Middle School Mattawan 4.3 mi 7.2
Mattawan Early Childhood Education Center Mattawan 4.6 mi 7.9
Michigan Online School Gobles 9.5 mi 4.5
Gobles Elementary School Gobles 9.9 mi 7.2
Gobles High School Gobles 9.9 mi 6.1
Gobles Virtual Academy Gobles 9.9 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 49079 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,119

Median Home Value

$214,600

Median Rent

$841/mo

Population

13,364

College Educated

24.5%

Homeownership

77.5%

Avg Commute

24.5 min

Poverty Rate

12.3%

Median Age

38.9

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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 7th.

How many students attend Trinity Lutheran School?

Trinity Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 70 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Trinity Lutheran School?

The student-teacher ratio at Trinity Lutheran School is 13.2:1. 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 #264 of 462 private schools in MI.

What is Trinity Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?

Trinity Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
57 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Enrollment
70
Gender Split
41% M / 59% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
5
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Van Buren County

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