Very Good
#101 of 399 private schools in MO
Top 25% of private schools
Trinity Lutheran School
Elementary School
304 WAVERLY AVE, Alma, MO 64001
Enrollment
80
Student-Teacher
6.9:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
80
Student-Teacher
6.9:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Missouri private schools
#101 of 399
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About Trinity Lutheran School
Trinity Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Alma, MO. Trinity Lutheran School serves approximately 80 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Trinity Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #101 of 399 private schools in MO.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 80 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 6.9:1 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
BetaHow Trinity Lutheran School compares to the 1 public school in Alma, MO
Student Demographics
All Schools in Alma
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Trinity Lutheran School (this school) | 7.1 |
| SANTA FE HIGH | 8.0 |
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 MO.
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 MO
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
304 WAVERLY AVE, Alma, MO 64001
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Trinity Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORTHWEST ELEM. (rated 9.6/10, 17.2 miles away, in nearby Houstonia), which scores notably higher. Another option is SANTA FE ELEM. (rated 8.6/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Waverly), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SWEET SPRINGS ELEM. (rated 8.1/10, 12.1 miles away, in nearby Sweet Springs), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Alma, see our Alma schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SANTA FE HIGH Alma | 0.2 mi | 8.0 |
| SANTA FE ELEM. Waverly | 7.6 mi | 8.6 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Concordia | 7.8 mi | 7.1 |
| WAVERLY REGIONAL YOUTH CTR. Waverly | 7.8 mi | 5.8 |
| ST PAUL'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Concordia | 8.0 mi | 6.3 |
| CONCORDIA ELEM. Concordia | 8.0 mi | 6.9 |
| CONCORDIA HIGH Concordia | 8.5 mi | 5.8 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Higginsville | 9.0 mi | 7.2 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOLHOUSE Higginsville | 9.5 mi | — |
| GRANDVIEW ELEM. Higginsville | 10.0 mi | 6.0 |
| LAFAYETTE CO. MIDDLE Higginsville | 10.1 mi | 6.8 |
| LAFAYETTE CO. HIGH Higginsville | 10.2 mi | 7.4 |
| ROLLING MEADOW SCHOOL Higginsville | 10.4 mi | — |
| SWEET SPRINGS ELEM. Sweet Springs | 12.1 mi | 8.1 |
| SWEET SPRINGS HIGH Sweet Springs | 12.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Malta Bend Elementary School Malta Bend | 11.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Malta Bend High School Malta Bend | 11.7 mi | 5.3 |
| NORBORNE ELEM. Norborne | 15.4 mi | 5.5 |
| NORBORNE HIGH Norborne | 15.4 mi | 7.2 |
| NORTHWEST ELEM. Houstonia | 17.2 mi | 9.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64001 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,250
Median Home Value
$138,200
Median Rent
$821/mo
Population
915
College Educated
29.5%
Homeownership
86.1%
Poverty Rate
5.4%
Median Age
39.1
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|---|---|
| AMAZONIA ELEM. Amazonia, MO | 7.1 |
| NORTH NODAWAY ELEM. Pickering, MO | 7.1 |
| CHESTERFIELD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Chesterfield, MO | 7.0 |
| HELENA ELEM. Helena, MO | 7.0 |
| LINN CO. ELEM. Purdin, MO | 7.0 |
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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 8th.
How many students attend Trinity Lutheran School?
Trinity Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 80 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Trinity Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at Trinity Lutheran School is 6.9:1. 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 MO?
Trinity Lutheran School ranks #101 of 399 private schools in MO.
What is Trinity Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
Trinity Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 80
- Gender Split
- 56% M / 44% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 188 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Lafayette County
- Phone
- (660) 674-2444
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