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Trinity Lutheran School
Elementary School
401 NORVAL ST, Waco, NE 68460
Enrollment
26
Student-Teacher
13:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
26
Student-Teacher
13:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
About Trinity Lutheran School
Trinity Lutheran School is an Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod private elementary school in Waco, NE 68460. The school serves approximately 26 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $90,991, where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a distant rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 26 students, Trinity Lutheran School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
As a private school, Trinity Lutheran School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Located in a rural area, Trinity Lutheran School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
Schools in Waco
No public schools found in Waco for comparison. 1 other private school in the area.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 26 students
- Type
- Private · Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Address
- 401 NORVAL ST, Waco, NE 68460
- Phone
- (402) 758-5364
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
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We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in NE aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
401 NORVAL ST, Waco, NE 68460
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Trinity Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EXETER-MILLIGAN ELEM-EXETER (rated 9.0/10, 17.7 miles away, in nearby Exeter). Another option is CENTENNIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Utica). Additionally, CROSS COUNTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 14.6 miles away, in nearby Stromsburg). For more schools in Waco, see our Waco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NEBRASKA EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Waco | 0.1 mi | 7.0 |
| CENTENNIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Utica | 5.6 mi | 8.6 |
| CENTENNIAL JR-SR HIGH SCHOOL Utica | 5.6 mi | 7.6 |
| CENTENNIAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Utica | 5.6 mi | 6.4 |
| YORK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL York | 6.0 mi | 5.0 |
| PRESCHOOL LEARNING ACADEMY York | 6.0 mi | 5.1 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Utica | 6.0 mi | 5.4 |
| YORK MIDDLE SCHOOL York | 6.3 mi | 6.5 |
| YORK HIGH SCHOOL York | 6.6 mi | 5.1 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL York | 7.0 mi | 7.4 |
| EMMANUEL-FAITH LUTHERAN SCHOOL York | 7.4 mi | 5.4 |
| MC COOL JUNCTION ELEM SCHOOL Mccool Junction | 13.0 mi | 8.0 |
| MCCOOL JUNCTION JR-SR HIGH SCH Mccool Junction | 13.0 mi | 6.8 |
| CROSS COUNTY MIDDLE SCHOOL Stromsburg | 14.6 mi | 7.7 |
| CROSS COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL Stromsburg | 14.6 mi | 6.1 |
| CROSS COUNTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Stromsburg | 14.6 mi | 8.3 |
| EXETER-MILLIGAN HIGH SCHOOL Exeter | 17.7 mi | 5.2 |
| EXETER-MILLIGAN ELEM-EXETER Exeter | 17.7 mi | 9.0 |
| EXETER-MILLIGAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Exeter | 17.7 mi | — |
| OSCEOLA MIDDLE SCHOOL Osceola | 19.5 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 68460 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,991
Median Home Value
$215,400
Population
665
College Educated
25.9%
Homeownership
96.9%
Poverty Rate
0.5%
Median Age
58.5
Community Profile
The community surrounding Trinity Lutheran School has a median household income of $90,991. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $215,400. The local poverty rate of 0.5% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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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 Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Trinity Lutheran School?
Trinity Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 26 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Trinity Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at Trinity Lutheran School is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
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.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 26
- Gender Split
- 69% M / 31% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 167 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- YORK
- Phone
- (402) 758-5364
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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