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#254 of 992 private schools in NY

Top 26% of private schools

Trinity Lutheran School

Elementary School

40 W NICHOLAI ST, Hicksville, NY 11801

Private

Enrollment

122

Student-Teacher

8.4:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

New York private schools

#254 of 992

In Hicksville

#2 of 3

public schools

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Trinity Lutheran School

7.0/10

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

Hicksville Middle School

6.5/10

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7.4/10

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About Trinity Lutheran School

Trinity Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Hicksville, NY. Trinity Lutheran School serves approximately 122 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Trinity Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #254 of 992 private schools in NY.

How it compares1.1 pts above NY schools
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

At 122 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 8.4:1 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

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How Trinity Lutheran School compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Hicksville, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio
8.4:1
This School
vs
12.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
122
This School
vs
447
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.0
This School
vs
5.9
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 61.5% vs 0%
White 23% vs 0%
Hispanic 4.9% vs 0%
Asian 4.9% vs 0%
Trinity Lutheran School Hicksville Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Trinity Lutheran School (this school) 7.0
HICKSVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL 6.5
EAST STREET SCHOOL 6.5
LEE AVENUE SCHOOL 6.6
BURNS AVENUE SCHOOL 5.7
OLD COUNTRY ROAD SCHOOL 5.2
FORK LANE SCHOOL 3.5
DUTCH LANE SCHOOL 6.0
WOODLAND AVENUE SCHOOL 7.1

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 NY.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B+ 6.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.1 / 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)
A- 8.1 / 10
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Diversity Index 56%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 122
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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 NY

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Black 61.5%
White 23.0%
Two or More 5.7%
Hispanic 4.9%
Asian 4.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

40 W NICHOLAI ST, Hicksville, NY 11801

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Trinity Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JEFFREY RATNER-ROBERT SEAMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Jericho), which scores notably higher. Another option is STRATFORD ROAD SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Plainview), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GEORGE A JACKSON SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Jericho), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hicksville, see our Hicksville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
HICKSVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Hicksville 0.4 mi 6.5
HICKSVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Hicksville 0.5 mi 7.4
LEE AVENUE SCHOOL Hicksville 0.6 mi 6.6
EAST STREET SCHOOL Hicksville 0.6 mi 6.5
BURNS AVENUE SCHOOL Hicksville 0.6 mi 5.7
OBRIDGE ACADEMY Hicksville 0.6 mi 3.8
CAROUSEL DAY SCHOOL Hicksville 0.8 mi
HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Hicksville 0.9 mi 7.7
OLD COUNTRY ROAD SCHOOL Hicksville 1.0 mi 5.2
FORK LANE SCHOOL Hicksville 1.3 mi 3.5
WOODLAND AVENUE SCHOOL Hicksville 1.5 mi 7.1
DUTCH LANE SCHOOL Hicksville 1.5 mi 6.0
GEORGE A JACKSON SCHOOL Jericho 1.8 mi 8.9
JEFFREY RATNER-ROBERT SEAMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jericho 1.7 mi 9.2
NORTHSIDE SCHOOL Levittown 1.9 mi 8.5
THE ELIJA SCHOOL Levittown 2.0 mi 6.7
CANTIAGUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jericho 1.7 mi 8.2
PASADENA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plainview 1.8 mi 8.8
STRATFORD ROAD SCHOOL Plainview 2.0 mi 9.2
ROBBINS LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syosset 2.5 mi 8.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$147,945

Median Home Value

$611,400

Median Rent

$2,992/mo

Population

41,792

College Educated

43.5%

Homeownership

88%

Avg Commute

33.6 min

Poverty Rate

3.5%

Median Age

41.9

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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 122 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Trinity Lutheran School is 8.4:1. 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 NY?

Trinity Lutheran School ranks #254 of 992 private schools in NY.

What is Trinity Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?

Trinity Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
90 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
60 Good Transit
Bike Score
58 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
122
Gender Split
44% M / 56% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
170 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Nassau County

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