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#250 of 571 private schools in WI

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Trinity Lutheran School

Elementary School

728 CHURCH ST, Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965

Private

Enrollment

37

Student-Teacher

9.2:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#250 of 571

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Trinity Lutheran School

6.6/10

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

Wisconsin Dells Middle School

7.3/10

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7.6/10

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About Trinity Lutheran School

Trinity Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Wisconsin Dells, WI. Trinity Lutheran School serves approximately 37 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Trinity Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #250 of 571 private schools in WI.

How it comparesOn par with WI schools
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • WI avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

At 37 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 9.2:1 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 the 3 public schools in Wisconsin Dells, WI

Student-Teacher Ratio
9.2:1
This School
vs
15.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
37
This School
vs
536
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.6
This School
vs
6.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 75.7% vs 0%
Black 8.1% vs 0%
Hispanic 8.1% vs 0%
Trinity Lutheran School Wisconsin Dells Public Avg

All Schools in Wisconsin Dells

School Rating
Trinity Lutheran School (this school) 6.6
Wisconsin Dells Middle School 7.3
Spring Hill Elementary 7.6
Wisconsin Dells High 4.1

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 WI.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A- 8.2 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 5.7 / 10
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School Day Length 7.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,224
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 31%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C 2.5 / 10
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Enrollment 37
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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 WI

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 75.7%
Black 8.1%
Hispanic 8.1%
Native American 8.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

728 CHURCH ST, Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Trinity Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Prairie Ridge Intermediate (rated 8.4/10, 11.9 miles away, in nearby Reedsburg), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lake Delton Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Lake Delton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Willson Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 10.3 miles away, in nearby Baraboo), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wisconsin Dells, see our Wisconsin Dells schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Wisconsin Dells Middle School Wisconsin Dells 0.4 mi 7.3
Spring Hill Elementary Wisconsin Dells 0.6 mi 7.6
Wisconsin Dells High Wisconsin Dells 1.4 mi 4.1
Lake Delton Elementary Lake Delton 3.0 mi 8.1
COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL OF BARABOO Baraboo 8.2 mi 6.3
Jack Young Middle Baraboo 10.1 mi 5.7
Willson Elementary Baraboo 10.3 mi 7.9
Baraboo High Baraboo 10.4 mi 4.7
Lyndon Station Elementary Lyndon Station 8.7 mi 7.7
West Elementary-Kindergarten Center Baraboo 10.7 mi 4.7
BELC--Renewal Head Start Baraboo 10.7 mi
Baraboo Early Learning Cooperative Baraboo 10.7 mi 3.4
ST JOHN'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Baraboo 10.8 mi 5.7
East Elementary Baraboo 10.8 mi 7.0
ST JOSEPH PARISH SCHOOL Baraboo 11.0 mi 6.7
Al Behrman Elementary Baraboo 11.7 mi 6.8
North Freedom Elementary North Freedom 12.0 mi 6.7
Lewiston Elementary Portage 10.8 mi 6.0
Prairie Ridge Intermediate Reedsburg 11.9 mi 8.4
Pineview Elementary Reedsburg 12.7 mi 4.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53965 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,237

Median Home Value

$211,700

Median Rent

$938/mo

Population

11,197

College Educated

22.1%

Homeownership

75.5%

Avg Commute

21.3 min

Poverty Rate

11%

Median Age

47.6

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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 37 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Trinity Lutheran School is 9.2:1. 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 WI?

Trinity Lutheran School ranks #250 of 571 private schools in WI.

What is Trinity Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?

Trinity Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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
73 Very Walkable
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
37
Gender Split
54% M / 46% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
4
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
School Day
7.2 hours
Days Per Year
170 days
Setting
Distant Town
County
Columbia County

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