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#181 of 319 private schools in MN
Trinity Lutheran School
Elementary School
500 W CHURCH ST, Belle Plaine, MN 56011
Enrollment
57
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
57
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Minnesota private schools
#181 of 319
In Belle Plaine
#2 of 2
public schools
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Trinity Lutheran School
Elementary School in Belle Plaine · 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 Belle Plaine, MN. Trinity Lutheran School serves approximately 57 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Trinity Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #181 of 319 private schools in MN.
- This school 6.1 · Average
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 57 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 the 6 public schools in Belle Plaine, MN
Student Demographics
All Schools in Belle Plaine
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Trinity Lutheran School (this school) | 6.1 |
| Belle Plaine Transitions/Work Exper | — |
| BELLE PLAINE SENIOR HIGH | 6.9 |
| BELLE PLAINE JUNIOR HIGH | 4.1 |
| CHATFIELD ELEMENTARY | 7.2 |
| Belle Plaine ECSE | 3.6 |
| OAK CREST ELEMENTARY | 6.7 |
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 MN.
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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 MN
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
500 W CHURCH ST, Belle Plaine, MN 56011
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Trinity Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. COLOGNE ACADEMY (rated 8.8/10, 9.5 miles away, in nearby Cologne), which scores notably higher. Another option is CHATFIELD ELEMENTARY (rated 7.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, OAK CREST ELEMENTARY (rated 6.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Belle Plaine, see our Belle Plaine schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Belle Plaine Transitions/Work Exper Belle Plaine | 0.3 mi | — |
| BELLE PLAINE SENIOR HIGH Belle Plaine | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| BELLE PLAINE JUNIOR HIGH Belle Plaine | 0.4 mi | 4.1 |
| CHATFIELD ELEMENTARY Belle Plaine | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Belle Plaine ECSE Belle Plaine | 0.5 mi | 3.6 |
| OUR LADY OF THE PRAIRIE SCHOOL Belle Plaine | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| OAK CREST ELEMENTARY Belle Plaine | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Cologne | 8.2 mi | 5.4 |
| JORDAN ELEMENTARY Jordan | 6.9 mi | 6.5 |
| JORDAN EARLY CHILDHOOD Jordan | 6.9 mi | 3.6 |
| COLOGNE ACADEMY Cologne | 9.5 mi | 8.8 |
| Cologne Academy Online Cologne | 9.5 mi | — |
| Jordan High School Jordan | 7.0 mi | 7.0 |
| JORDAN MIDDLE Jordan | 7.1 mi | 7.0 |
| SWMetro Level 4 Programs Jordan | 7.2 mi | 6.3 |
| ST JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC SCHOOL Jordan | 7.9 mi | 4.8 |
| MINNESOTA NEW COUNTRY SCHOOL Henderson | 9.2 mi | 6.3 |
| EDVISIONS OFF CAMPUS SCHOOL Henderson | 9.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Minnesota New Country Elementary Henderson | 9.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Alternative Learning Cooperative Henderson | 9.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56011 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$99,628
Median Home Value
$296,400
Median Rent
$1,356/mo
Population
9,672
College Educated
27.5%
Homeownership
85.5%
Avg Commute
27.3 min
Poverty Rate
2.7%
Median Age
38.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| MPS Online K-5 Minneapolis, MN | 6.1 |
| Owatonna Online K-6 Owatonna, MN | 6.1 |
| SALEM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Greenfield, MN | 6.1 |
| ST ANASTASIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hutchinson, MN | 6.1 |
| ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Red Wing, MN | 6.1 |
| ONE91 Virtual Academy Elementary Burnsville, MN | 6.0 |
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 57 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Trinity Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at Trinity Lutheran School is 11.4:1. 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 MN?
Trinity Lutheran School ranks #181 of 319 private schools in MN.
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 Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran 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 Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 57
- Gender Split
- 60% M / 40% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
- School Day
- 6.9 hours
- Days Per Year
- 168 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Scott County
- Phone
- (952) 873-6320
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