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#121 of 143 private schools in NE

Zion Lutheran School

Elementary School

2421 C AVE, Kearney, NE 68847

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

118

Student-Teacher

14.9:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

118

Student-Teacher

14.9:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Nebraska private schools

#121 of 143

In Kearney

#2 of 2

public schools

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About Zion Lutheran School

Zion Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Kearney, NE. Zion Lutheran School serves approximately 118 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Zion Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #121 of 143 private schools in NE.

How it compares1.1 pts below NE schools

5.2

This school 5.2 · Average
NE avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 118 students, Zion 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.

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

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How Zion Lutheran School compares to 13 public schools serving similar grades in Kearney, NE

Student-Teacher Ratio

14.9:1

This School

16.5:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

118

This School

339

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.2

This School

6.7

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 89% vs 0%

Hispanic 4.2% vs 0%

Black 3.4% vs 0%

Asian 1.7% vs 0%

Zion Lutheran School Kearney Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Zion Lutheran School (this school)	—	118	14.9:1	5.2
EMERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	0.2 mi	211	14.1:1	4.8
CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	0.5 mi	271	14.3:1	8.1
BRYANT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	0.7 mi	243	12.2:1	5.5
PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	0.8 mi	275	18.3:1	8.3
NORTHEAST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	0.8 mi	418	14.4:1	5.4
KEARNEY EDUCATION CENTER	0.9 mi	355	27.3:1	3.6
HORIZON MIDDLE SCHOOL	1.2 mi	631	15.4:1	6.7
SUNRISE MIDDLE SCHOOL	1.5 mi	543	12.9:1	6.2
KENWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.7 mi	385	15.4:1	7.7
MEADOWLARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.0 mi	399	18.1:1	8.3
WINDY HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.0 mi	255	17:1	7.9
BUFFALO HILLS ELEMENTARY	2.6 mi	298	16.6:1	7.1
GLENWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.8 mi	126	18:1	7.4

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 NE.

Classroom Attention

C 3.3 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 14.9:1

Instructional Commitment

B- 5.0 / 10

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School Day Length 7.2 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,202.4

Diversity & Inclusion

B 5.8 / 10

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Diversity Index 18%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.2 / 10

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Enrollment 118

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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 NE

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 89.0%

Hispanic 4.2%

Black 3.4%

Asian 1.7%

Native American 1.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2421 C AVE, Kearney, NE 68847

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Zion Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MEADOWLARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kearney, see our Kearney schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.3 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
EMERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kearney	0.2 mi	211	4.8
CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kearney	0.5 mi	271	8.1
BRYANT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kearney	0.7 mi	243	5.5
CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL OF KEARNEY Kearney	0.8 mi	363	5.9
NORTHEAST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kearney	0.8 mi	418	5.4
PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kearney	0.8 mi	275	8.3
KEARNEY EDUCATION CENTER Kearney	0.9 mi	355	3.6
HORIZON MIDDLE SCHOOL Kearney	1.2 mi	631	6.7
SUNRISE MIDDLE SCHOOL Kearney	1.5 mi	543	6.2
MEADOWLARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kearney	2.0 mi	399	8.3
KENWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kearney	1.7 mi	385	7.7
WINDY HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kearney	2.0 mi	255	7.9
BUFFALO HILLS ELEMENTARY Kearney	2.6 mi	298	7.1
WEST KEARNEY HIGH SCHOOL Kearney	2.4 mi	54	6.2
KEARNEY HIGH SCHOOL Kearney	2.6 mi	1,654	5.8
GLENWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kearney	3.8 mi	126	7.4
AXTELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Axtell	15.4 mi	190	7.3
AXTELL HIGH SCHOOL Axtell	15.4 mi	138	8.3
GIBBON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gibbon	12.3 mi	320	6.5
GIBBON HIGH SCHOOL Gibbon	12.3 mi	250	5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 68847 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$74,877

Median Home Value

$229,200

Median Rent

$951/mo

Population

17,911

College Educated

34.6%

Homeownership

68.8%

Avg Commute

14.8 min

Poverty Rate

13.3%

Median Age

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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 118 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Zion Lutheran School is 14.9:1. 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 NE?

Zion Lutheran School ranks #121 of 143 private schools in NE.

What is Zion Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?

Zion Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 86 Very Walkable
Bike Score: 55 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 118
Gender Split: 53% M / 47% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 14.9:1
Teachers (FTE): 8
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
School Day: 7.2 hours
Days Per Year: 167 days
Setting: Distant Town
County: Buffalo County
Phone: (308) 234-3410

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