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#315 of 399 private schools in MO
Zion Lutheran School
Elementary School
3866 S OLD HWY 94, St. Charles, MO 63304
Enrollment
360
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
360
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Missouri private schools
#315 of 399
In St. Charles
#6 of 8
public schools
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Zion Lutheran School
Elementary School in St. Charles · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Zion Lutheran School
Zion Lutheran School is a private elementary school in St. Charles, MO. Zion Lutheran School serves approximately 360 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio.
Zion Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #315 of 399 private schools in MO.
- This school 5.4 · Average
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Zion 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 Zion Lutheran School compares to 27 public schools serving similar grades in St. Charles, MO
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Zion Lutheran School (this school) | 5.4 |
| BARNWELL MIDDLE | 5.5 |
| BECKY-DAVID ELEM. | 7.9 |
| CASTLIO ELEM. | 8.0 |
| CENTRAL ELEM. | 7.2 |
| EARLY CHILD FAMILY EDUC. CTR. | 4.0 |
| HOLLENBECK MIDDLE | 5.9 |
| HENDERSON ELEM. | 5.7 |
| EARLY CHILD. FAMILY EDUC CTR. | 3.9 |
| HARVEST RIDGE ELEM. | 6.4 |
| SAEGER MIDDLE | 5.9 |
| HARRIS ELEM. | 7.0 |
| JEFFERSON INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL | 7.2 |
| MONROE ELEM. | 8.8 |
| BRYAN MIDDLE | 5.8 |
| ST.CHARLES EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR | 6.2 |
| INDEPENDENCE ELEM. | 8.5 |
| FRANCIS HOWELL MIDDLE | 7.2 |
| EARLY CHILD. FAMILY EDUC. CTR | 5.0 |
| GEORGE M. NULL ELEM. | 5.4 |
| LINCOLN ELEM. | 9.1 |
Showing 20 of 27 schools. View all schools in St. Charles
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
3866 S OLD HWY 94, St. Charles, MO 63304
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Zion Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CASTLIO ELEM. (rated 8.0/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BECKY-DAVID ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CENTRAL ELEM. (rated 7.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in St. Charles, see our St. Charles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CASTLIO ELEM. St. Charles | 1.3 mi | 8.0 |
| BARNWELL MIDDLE St. Charles | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| BECKY-DAVID ELEM. St. Charles | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| FAIRMOUNT ELEM. St. Peters | 1.7 mi | 4.8 |
| CENTRAL ELEM. St. Charles | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| EARLY CHILD FAMILY EDUC. CTR. St. Charles | 1.5 mi | 4.0 |
| HOLLENBECK MIDDLE St. Charles | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| HENDERSON ELEM. St. Charles | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| FRANCIS HOWELL NORTH HIGH St. Charles | 1.9 mi | 7.1 |
| EARLY CHILD. FAMILY EDUC CTR. St. Charles | 2.1 mi | 3.9 |
| CHRISTIAN SCHOOL DISTRICT St. Peters | 2.4 mi | 5.8 |
| HAWTHORN ELEM. St. Peters | 3.1 mi | 6.2 |
| FT. ZUMWALT EAST HIGH St. Peters | 3.2 mi | 7.4 |
| CHILDRENS EDU-CARE CENTER INC. St. Peters | 2.9 mi | — |
| LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL OF ST CHARLES COUNTY St. Peters | 3.4 mi | 5.2 |
| HARRIS ELEM. St. Charles | 3.5 mi | 7.0 |
| DR. BERNARD J. DUBRAY MIDDLE St. Peters | 3.3 mi | 6.5 |
| SETON REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL St. Charles | 3.4 mi | 5.6 |
| FRANCIS HOWELL CENTRAL HIGH St. Charles | 3.3 mi | 5.2 |
| HARVEST RIDGE ELEM. St. Charles | 3.3 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63304 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$114,124
Median Home Value
$331,300
Median Rent
$1,618/mo
Population
43,389
College Educated
48%
Homeownership
88.4%
Avg Commute
24.9 min
Poverty Rate
4%
Median Age
41.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BILLINGS ELEM. Billings, MO | 5.4 |
| BRIARCLIFF ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO | 5.4 |
| BRYANT ELEM. Independence, MO | 5.4 |
| COLE CO. R-I ELEM. Russellville, MO | 5.4 |
| DIAMOND ELEM. Diamond, MO | 5.4 |
| GEORGE M. NULL ELEM. St. Charles, MO | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Zion Lutheran School
What grades does Zion Lutheran School serve?
Zion Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Zion Lutheran School?
Zion Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 360 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Zion Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at Zion Lutheran School is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Zion Lutheran School rank in MO?
Zion Lutheran School ranks #315 of 399 private schools in MO.
What is Zion Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
Zion Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Zion Lutheran School a private school?
Yes, Zion 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 Zion Lutheran School a religious school?
Zion 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
- 360
- Gender Split
- 45% M / 55% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 184 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Charles County
- Phone
- (636) 441-7424
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