Trinity Lutheran School

Overlooking the James River in the Huntington Heights Historic District of Newport News, Trinity Lutheran School is a socially, economically, and racially diverse co-educational day school serving students from pre-K and junior kindergarten through grade 8.
The mission of Trinity Lutheran School is to provide an academically challenging education within a Christian environment that nurtures the development of the whole child.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked VA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 175 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $6,540
  • Average class size: 13 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Trinity Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1960
Awards
 Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2015

Student Body

Total Students
175 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
17%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Trinity Lutheran School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
80%
Average Class Size
13 students
Classroom Dress Code

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Pre-K tuition: $6540 Junior Kindergarten: $7800 Kindergarten: - $8880 Grades 1-3: $10020 Grades 4-5: $10320 Grades 6-8: $10620 Payment plans, financial aid, scholarships, and military discounts are available to qualifying families.
Admissions Director
Julie Petty

Sports

Total Sports Offered
7 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
5 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Honor Council, NJHS, Safety Patrol, SCA

Recreational Athletic Programs:
Cheerleading

School Notes

  • At Trinity, we celebrate the unique characteristics of each child. Our focus on developing the "whole child" is designed to guide students from center-based learning in preschool to leadership and student-centered learning in middle school. Academic programs challenge students while preparing them for success in the most rigorous secondary school programs. Our Blue Ribbon Award from the U.S. Department of Education is an indicator of the academic success achieved at Trinity. At the same time, our wide variety of resource offerings allows students to explore their potential in athletics, foreign language, technology, and the arts. There are many opportunities for children to excel at Trinity. Our graduates enter high school as academically, socially, and emotionally mature young people.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Trinity Lutheran School cost?
Trinity Lutheran School's tuition is approximately $6,540 for private students.
What sports does Trinity Lutheran School offer?
Trinity Lutheran School offers 7 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Soccer, Tennis and Volleyball.
What is Trinity Lutheran School's ranking?
Trinity Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Trinity Lutheran School?
The application deadline for Trinity Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
What neighborhood is Trinity Lutheran School located?
Trinity Lutheran School is located in the South Newport News neighborhood of Newport News, VA. There are 6 other private schools located in South Newport News.

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (4 reviews)
5  
This school is incredible. I highly recommend it to any parent who wants their child to meet friends that they know they will love for the rest of their lives.
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5  
This is not just a school, it's a family. My son loves his school and is always in a good mood. I highly recommend this school!!
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5  
Trinity is a wonderful K-8 school that gave my daughter an excellent foundation for her high school studies.
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5  
My children are thriving at Trinity Lutheran School. We love the strong academics, nurturing staff, and small class sizes.
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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked VA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 175 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $6,540
  • Average class size: 13 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Virginia is $13,789 for elementary schools and $18,026 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Virginia is 83% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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