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#140 of 571 private schools in WI

Top 24% of private schools

Trinity Lutheran School

Elementary School

819 SCHOOL AVE, Oshkosh, WI 54901

Private

Enrollment

51

Student-Teacher

9.1:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Wisconsin private schools

#140 of 571

In Oshkosh

#2 of 8

public schools

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Trinity Lutheran School

7.2/10

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

Washington Elementary

4.2/10

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5.1/10

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About Trinity Lutheran School

Trinity Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Oshkosh, WI. Trinity Lutheran School serves approximately 51 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Trinity Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #140 of 571 private schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Trinity Lutheran School show 27% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).

How it compares0.4 pts above WI schools
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • WI avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

At 51 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 9.1:1 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 19 public schools serving similar grades in Oshkosh, WI

Student-Teacher Ratio
9.1:1
This School
vs
12.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
51
This School
vs
325
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.2
This School
vs
6.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 60.8% vs 0%
Black 13.7% vs 0%
Hispanic 5.9% vs 0%
Asian 5.9% vs 0%
Trinity Lutheran School Oshkosh Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Trinity Lutheran School (this school) 7.2
Washington Elementary 4.2
Jefferson Elementary 5.8
Webster Stanley Elementary 5.7
Merrill Elementary 3.8
E Cook Elementary 5.1
Vel Phillips Middle School 5.1
South Park Middle 5.8
Read Elementary 4.7
Oaklawn Elementary 4.9
Roosevelt Elementary 6.0
Shapiro STEM Academy 6.1
Franklin Elementary 5.8
Accelerated Advanced Learning Program 9.0
Tipler Middle 8.5
Ready 4 Learning School 3.4
Oakwood Elementary 7.5
Traeger Middle 8.4
Traeger Elementary 8.0
Lakeside Elementary 6.0

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- 8.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 5.6 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.1 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,221.2
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 9.4 / 10
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Diversity Index 53%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.7 / 10
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Enrollment 51
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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 WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 26.7% (2025 FORWARD)
School
State
31.2% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 26.7% (2025 FORWARD)
School
State
34.4% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 2 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 60.8%
Black 13.7%
Native American 7.8%
Hispanic 5.9%
Asian 5.9%
Two or More 5.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

819 SCHOOL AVE, Oshkosh, WI 54901

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Trinity Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Shapiro STEM Academy (rated 6.1/10, 2.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is Roosevelt Elementary (rated 6.0/10, 2.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Jefferson Elementary (rated 5.8/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Oshkosh, see our Oshkosh schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Washington Elementary Oshkosh 0.1 mi 4.2
GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Oshkosh 0.8 mi 5.1
LOURDES ACADEMY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oshkosh 1.0 mi 4.8
Jefferson Elementary Oshkosh 1.0 mi 5.8
E Cook Elementary Oshkosh 1.5 mi 5.1
Webster Stanley Elementary Oshkosh 1.4 mi 5.7
Merrill Elementary Oshkosh 1.4 mi 3.8
Vel Phillips Middle School Oshkosh 1.5 mi 5.1
Oaklawn Elementary Oshkosh 2.0 mi 4.9
South Park Middle Oshkosh 1.6 mi 5.8
Read Elementary Oshkosh 1.7 mi 4.7
MARTIN LUTHER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Oshkosh 2.1 mi 5.5
North High Oshkosh 2.4 mi 4.2
LOURDES ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Oshkosh 2.0 mi 7.9
LOURDES ACADEMY MIDDLE SCHOOL Oshkosh 2.0 mi 6.9
Shapiro STEM Academy Oshkosh 2.2 mi 6.1
Roosevelt Elementary Oshkosh 2.2 mi 6.0
Franklin Elementary Oshkosh 2.2 mi 5.8
Tipler Middle Oshkosh 2.3 mi 8.5
Ready 4 Learning School Oshkosh 2.3 mi 3.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 54901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,734

Median Home Value

$164,000

Median Rent

$932/mo

Population

36,999

College Educated

24.2%

Homeownership

50.4%

Avg Commute

18.2 min

Poverty Rate

18.8%

Median Age

30.7

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
LEARNING DEPOT INC Whitewater, WI 7.2
PILGRIM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Menomonee Falls, WI 7.2
LEAP Elementary Watertown, WI 7.3
Katherine Johnson Academy of Enriched Virtual Learning Green Bay, WI 7.1
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hilbert, WI 7.1
AUGUSTINE ACADEMY Hartland, WI 7.4

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 51 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Trinity Lutheran School is 9.1:1. 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 #140 of 571 private schools in WI.

What is Trinity Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?

Trinity Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Trinity Lutheran School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Trinity Lutheran School has 27% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).

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
64 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
36 Some Transit
Bike Score
67 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
51
Gender Split
47% M / 53% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
6
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
School Day
7.1 hours
Days Per Year
172 days
Setting
Small City
County
Winnebago County

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