Below Average
#51 of 56 private schools in SD
Trinity Lutheran School
Elementary School
923 S DAKOTA ST, Aberdeen, SD 57401
Enrollment
59
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
59
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
South Dakota private schools
#51 of 56
In Aberdeen
#7 of 7
public schools
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About Trinity Lutheran School
Trinity Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Aberdeen, SD. Trinity Lutheran School serves approximately 59 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Trinity Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #51 of 56 private schools in SD.
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- SD avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 59 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.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Trinity Lutheran School compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Aberdeen, SD
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Trinity Lutheran School (this school) | 4.5 |
| SDSBVI Elementary - 01 | — |
| May Overby Elementary - 09 | 5.7 |
| New Beginnings - 89 | — |
| Simmons Middle School - 03 | 4.6 |
| Simmons Elementary - 10 | 3.9 |
| O M Tiffany Elementary - 11 | 5.9 |
| Lincoln Elementary - 08 | 5.1 |
| Mike Miller Elementary - 07 | 8.6 |
| C C Lee Elementary - 05 | 8.2 |
| Holgate Middle School - 02 | 7.0 |
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 SD.
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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 SD
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
923 S DAKOTA ST, Aberdeen, SD 57401
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Trinity Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mike Miller Elementary - 07 (rated 8.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is C C Lee Elementary - 05 (rated 8.2/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RONCALLI PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Aberdeen, see our Aberdeen schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SDSBVI Elementary - 01 Aberdeen | 0.3 mi | — |
| SDSBVI High School - 02 Aberdeen | 0.3 mi | — |
| May Overby Elementary - 09 Aberdeen | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| RONCALLI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Aberdeen | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| BEHAVIORAL CARE SPECIALISTS LEARNING CENTER Aberdeen | 0.7 mi | — |
| RONCALLI PRIMARY SCHOOL Aberdeen | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| RONCALLI PRIMARY SCHOOL Aberdeen | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| New Beginnings - 89 Aberdeen | 0.9 mi | — |
| O M Tiffany Elementary - 11 Aberdeen | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Simmons Middle School - 03 Aberdeen | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Simmons Elementary - 10 Aberdeen | 1.0 mi | 3.9 |
| Central High School - 01 Aberdeen | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| RONCALLI JR & SR HIGH SCHOOL Aberdeen | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| ABERDEEN CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Aberdeen | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF ABERDEEN Aberdeen | 1.6 mi | — |
| Lincoln Elementary - 08 Aberdeen | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Mike Miller Elementary - 07 Aberdeen | 1.5 mi | 8.6 |
| C C Lee Elementary - 05 Aberdeen | 2.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Holgate Middle School - 02 Aberdeen | 2.2 mi | 7.0 |
| ABERDEEN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL, INC Aberdeen | 2.5 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,183
Median Home Value
$216,300
Median Rent
$787/mo
Population
32,064
College Educated
34.7%
Homeownership
62.1%
Avg Commute
12 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
37.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Colome Elementary - 02 Colome, SD | 4.5 |
| Central Meade County School - 09 Whitewood, SD | 4.8 |
| Bison Elementary - 02 Bison, SD | 4.9 |
| Avon Elementary - 02 Avon, SD | 5.0 |
| White Lake Elementary - 02 White Lake, SD | 4.0 |
| Oelrichs Elementary - 02 Oelrichs, SD | 5.2 |
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 59 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Trinity Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at Trinity Lutheran School is 11.8:1. 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 SD?
Trinity Lutheran School ranks #51 of 56 private schools in SD.
What is Trinity Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
Trinity Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 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
- 59
- Gender Split
- 39% M / 61% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
- School Day
- 6.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 168 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Brown County
- Phone
- (605) 252-2723
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