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#279 of 883 private schools in TX

Top 32% of private schools

Trinity Lutheran School

Elementary School

5005 W INTERSTATE 40, Amarillo, TX 79106

Private

Enrollment

38

Student-Teacher

5.8:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Texas private schools

#279 of 883

In Amarillo

#3 of 7

public schools

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Trinity Lutheran School

6.9/10

Elementary School in Amarillo · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.1/10

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About Trinity Lutheran School

Trinity Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Amarillo, TX. Trinity Lutheran School serves approximately 38 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 5.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Trinity Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #279 of 883 private schools in TX.

How it compares0.7 pts above TX schools
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • TX avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 38 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 5.8:1 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 50 public schools serving similar grades in Amarillo, TX

Student-Teacher Ratio
5.8:1
This School
vs
14.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
38
This School
vs
394
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.9
This School
vs
6.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 73.7% vs 0%
Hispanic 13.2% vs 0%
Black 5.3% vs 0%
Asian 2.6% vs 0%
Trinity Lutheran School Amarillo Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Trinity Lutheran School (this school) 6.9
OLSEN PARK EL 7.1
AVONDALE EL 6.5
WILLS EL 8.1
RIDGECREST EL 6.3
BELMAR EL 8.6
PARAMOUNT TERRACE EL 7.2
CORONADO EL 5.4
SAN JACINTO EL 3.7
BIVINS EL 6.1
PUCKETT EL 7.6
WOLFLIN EL 8.4
LAMAR EL 4.7
WESTERN PLATEAU EL 6.7
SLEEPY HOLLOW EL 8.4
SOUTH GEORGIA EL 6.2
SOUTH LAWN EL 5.0
LANDERGIN EL 5.8
GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER EL ACADEMY 6.7
WOODLANDS EL 8.3
WINDSOR EL 7.9

Showing 20 of 50 schools. View all schools in Amarillo

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 TX.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 8.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 5.8:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.0 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,330
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 6.3 / 10
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Diversity Index 43%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C 2.7 / 10
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Enrollment 38
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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 TX

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 73.7%
Hispanic 13.2%
Black 5.3%
Two or More 5.3%
Asian 2.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

5005 W INTERSTATE 40, Amarillo, TX 79106

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Trinity Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BELMAR EL (rated 8.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WILLS EL (rated 8.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PUCKETT EL (rated 7.6/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Amarillo, see our Amarillo schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
OLSEN PARK EL Amarillo 0.3 mi 7.1
AVONDALE EL Amarillo 0.6 mi 6.5
CROCKETT MIDDLE Amarillo 0.8 mi 7.2
TASCOSA H S Amarillo 0.7 mi 5.8
PREMIER H S OF AMARILLO Lewisville 0.9 mi 5.6
AMTECH CAREER ACADEMY Amarillo 1.0 mi
RIDGECREST EL Amarillo 1.3 mi 6.3
WILLS EL Amarillo 1.2 mi 8.1
HOUSTON MIDDLE Amarillo 1.4 mi 4.9
BELMAR EL Amarillo 1.3 mi 8.6
PARAMOUNT TERRACE EL Amarillo 1.6 mi 7.2
ST ANDREW'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Amarillo 1.6 mi 5.8
SAN JACINTO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Amarillo 1.8 mi 6.8
AMARILLO H S Amarillo 1.8 mi 7.1
SAN JACINTO EL Amarillo 1.9 mi 3.7
CORONADO EL Amarillo 1.7 mi 5.4
PUCKETT EL Amarillo 2.0 mi 7.6
AUSTIN MIDDLE Amarillo 1.8 mi 5.8
BIVINS EL Amarillo 1.9 mi 6.1
BONHAM MIDDLE Amarillo 2.3 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 79106 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,407

Median Home Value

$163,100

Median Rent

$995/mo

Population

27,900

College Educated

24.5%

Homeownership

50.3%

Avg Commute

16.6 min

Poverty Rate

16.9%

Median Age

35.5

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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 5th.

How many students attend Trinity Lutheran School?

Trinity Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 38 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Trinity Lutheran School is 5.8:1. 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 TX?

Trinity Lutheran School ranks #279 of 883 private schools in TX.

What is Trinity Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?

Trinity Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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
46 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
19 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
38
Gender Split
53% M / 47% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
5.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
7
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
School Day
7.6 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
Potter County

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