Skip to main content

Average

#221 of 319 private schools in MN

Trinity Lutheran School

Elementary School

425 6TH ST, Nicollet, MN 56074

Private

Enrollment

36

Student-Teacher

9:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Minnesota private schools

#221 of 319

In Nicollet

#1 of 2

public schools

School shortlistprofile + nearby

Shortlisting around Trinity Lutheran School?

Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Trinity Lutheran School

5.7/10

Elementary School in Nicollet · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Trinity Evangelical Lutheran

5.5/10

0.0 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Nicollet Elementary School

7.5/10

0.6 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Trinity Lutheran School

Trinity Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Nicollet, MN. Trinity Lutheran School serves approximately 36 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Trinity Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #221 of 319 private schools in MN.

How it compares0.7 pts below MN schools
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • MN avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 36 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.

At 9:1 students to teachers, Trinity Lutheran School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

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

Beta

How Trinity Lutheran School compares to the 3 public schools in Nicollet, MN

Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
This School
vs
13.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
36
This School
vs
113
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.7
This School
vs
7.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 97.2% vs 0%
Black 2.8% vs 0%
Trinity Lutheran School Nicollet Public Avg

All Schools in Nicollet

School Rating
Trinity Lutheran School (this school) 5.7
Nicollet High School 7.6
NICOLLET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.5
Nicollet Early Childhood Special Ed

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 MN.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 8.5 / 10
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio 9:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 6.2 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,156
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 3.7 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 5%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C- 2.1 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 36
View data sources

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)

White 97.2%
Black 2.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

425 6TH ST, Nicollet, MN 56074

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Trinity Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lk Crystal Wellcome Memorial El (rated 9.3/10, 11.8 miles away, in nearby Lake Crystal), which scores notably higher. Another option is BRIDGES COMMUNITY ELEMENTARY (rated 8.3/10, 11.3 miles away, in nearby North Mankato), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NICOLLET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Nicollet, see our Nicollet schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.1 mi
School Distance Rating
TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN Nicollet 0.0 mi 5.5
NICOLLET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Nicollet 0.6 mi 7.5
Nicollet High School Nicollet 0.6 mi 7.6
Nicollet Early Childhood Special Ed Nicollet 0.6 mi
Futures Sun North Mankato 8.8 mi
Dakota Meadows Middle School North Mankato 9.4 mi 4.9
Lk Crystal Wellcome Memorial El Lake Crystal 11.8 mi 9.3
CONCORDIA CLASSICAL ACADEMY North Mankato 9.3 mi 3.9
Lake Crystal-Wellcome Memorial Sec Lake Crystal 12.1 mi 6.7
LCWM ECSE Lake Crystal 12.1 mi
HOOVER ELEMENTARY North Mankato 10.3 mi 6.4
FUTURES PROGRAM North Mankato 10.2 mi 5.1
AMAZING GRACE VIRTUAL ACADEMY New Ulm 10.0 mi 4.6
RISEN SAVIOR LUTHERAN SCHOOL Mankato 11.5 mi 4.7
MINNESOTA VALLEY LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL New Ulm 10.1 mi 5.9
MONROE ELEMENTARY North Mankato 11.1 mi 5.5
ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY Mankato 11.6 mi 6.4
BRIDGES COMMUNITY ELEMENTARY North Mankato 11.3 mi 8.3
MANKATO WEST SENIOR HIGH Mankato 11.7 mi 6.2
GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mankato 11.1 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 56074 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$91,397

Median Home Value

$265,100

Median Rent

$858/mo

Population

1,850

College Educated

23.4%

Homeownership

76.2%

Avg Commute

19.3 min

Poverty Rate

5.7%

Median Age

35.7

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
OUR SAVIOR"S LUTHERAN DAY SCHOOL Crookston, MN 5.7
Kinder Academy Chaska, MN 5.8
ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Truman, MN 5.6
RED COTTAGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Red Wing, MN 5.9
TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN Nicollet, MN 5.5
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 36 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Trinity Lutheran School is 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 MN?

Trinity Lutheran School ranks #221 of 319 private schools in MN.

What is Trinity Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?

Trinity Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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.

11 schools nearby View map →

Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
39 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

Powered by Walk Score

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
36
Gender Split
58% M / 42% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
Teachers (FTE)
4
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
170 days
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Nicollet County

How we rate schools

A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.

See how we rate

Related reading

Get school insights in your inbox

New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.

We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.