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Trinity Lutheran School

Elementary School

53 W AVE, Wellsboro, PA 16901

Private

Enrollment

80

Student-Teacher

10:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#705 of 873

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Trinity Lutheran School

5.4/10

Elementary School in Wellsboro · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.6/10

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About Trinity Lutheran School

Trinity Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Wellsboro, PA. Trinity Lutheran School serves approximately 80 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Trinity Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #705 of 873 private schools in PA.

How it compares1.0 pts below PA schools
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • PA 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.

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.

Trinity Lutheran School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Trinity Lutheran School compares to the 4 public schools in Wellsboro, PA

Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
This School
vs
12.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
80
This School
vs
357
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.4
This School
vs
7.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 95% vs 0%
Hispanic 2.5% vs 0%
Asian 1.2% vs 0%
Trinity Lutheran School Wellsboro Public Avg

All Schools in Wellsboro

School Rating
Trinity Lutheran School (this school) 5.4
Don Gill El Sch 7.5
Charlotte Lappla El Sch 7.3
Rock L Butler MS 7.6
Wellsboro Area HS 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 PA.

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 10:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 3.3 / 10
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School Day Length 6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,080
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 4.7 / 10
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Diversity Index 10%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 5.8 / 10
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Enrollment 80
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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 PA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 95.0%
Hispanic 2.5%
Asian 1.2%
Two or More 1.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

53 W AVE, Wellsboro, PA 16901

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Trinity Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Don Gill El Sch (rated 7.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Charlotte Lappla El Sch (rated 7.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Russell B Walter El Sch (rated 6.8/10, 18.1 miles away, in nearby Tioga), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wellsboro, see our Wellsboro schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 25.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Rock L Butler MS Wellsboro 0.7 mi 7.6
Don Gill El Sch Wellsboro 0.6 mi 7.5
Charlotte Lappla El Sch Wellsboro 0.7 mi 7.3
Wellsboro Area HS Wellsboro 1.2 mi 7.1
STONY FORK MENNONITE SCHOOL Wellsboro 5.4 mi
Warren L Miller El Sch Mansfield 12.6 mi 5.2
North Penn-Mansfield JSHS Mansfield 12.7 mi 6.0
WESLEY ACADEMY Elkland 16.9 mi
Clark Wood El Sch Elkland 17.1 mi 5.5
NEW COVENANT ACADEMY Mansfield 13.3 mi 5.8
Blossburg El Sch Blossburg 13.5 mi 4.4
Liberty El Sch Liberty 16.4 mi 5.1
North Penn-Liberty JSHS Liberty 16.4 mi 8.0
Russell B Walter El Sch Tioga 18.1 mi 6.8
Williamson SHS Tioga 18.1 mi 5.9
Westfield Area El Sch Westfield 17.4 mi 5.6
Cowanesque Valley JSHS Westfield 17.9 mi 6.9
KIDS WORLD DAYCARE CENTER Westfield 18.3 mi
TUSCARORA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Addison 25.0 mi 3.8
ADDISON MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL Addison 25.4 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 16901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$66,003

Median Home Value

$210,500

Median Rent

$863/mo

Population

10,416

College Educated

27.9%

Homeownership

76%

Avg Commute

23.2 min

Poverty Rate

7.6%

Median Age

47.4

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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 6th.

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 10:1. 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 PA?

Trinity Lutheran School ranks #705 of 873 private schools in PA.

What is Trinity Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?

Trinity 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 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
32 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
80
Gender Split
40% M / 60% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
Teachers (FTE)
8
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Tioga County

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