Since 1883 Trinity Lone Oak Lutheran School has been instilling Christian values and principles in tomorrow's adult leaders and achievers.
Steadfast in a Christ-centered education, we provide an environment that is safe, friendly, diverse, and academically rigorous.
Trinity Lone Oak is Christ-centered, mission-minded, disciple-developing, academically strong, and relational.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked MN School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 156 students
- Acceptance rate: 95%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Trinity Lone Oak Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1883
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2006
School Mascot
Tlo Tiger
Student Body
Total Students
156 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
18%
State avg.: 22%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
36%
Average Class Size
15 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Church membership scholarships and need based financial aid available.
Summer Program Cost Notes
Please see website for rates.
% on Financial Aid
40%
Acceptance Rate
95%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Associate
Amber Poppe
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
8 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Student Council, Yearbook Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Choir, Concert Band, Handbell Choir, Musical, Small Business Day
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Ski Club
Student Council, Yearbook Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Choir, Concert Band, Handbell Choir, Musical, Small Business Day
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Ski Club
School Notes
- Established and Excelling. Since 1883 Trinity Lone Oak Lutheran School has been instilling Christian values and principles in tomorrow's adult leaders and achievers. In 2006, Trinity Lone Oak was deemed a Blue Ribbon School by the U.S. Department of Education. We earned this prestigious award by achieving test scores in the top 10 percent of the nation's schools. Trinity Lone Oak was one of nine schools selected in Minnesota and the only non-public school so honored. Since receiving the award, our students continue to excel at the Blue Ribbon school standard.
- Encouraging the Whole Child. We surround our academic purpose with loving faculty, church prayer partners and older students as chapel buddies for younger ones. This special environment encourages friendships and responsibility. Families find our school to be a welcoming, enthusiastic community that supports Christian parents and nurtures close relationships. How do we know? By the hugs in the halls. In fact, every year without fail, our seventh graders are in tears when the eight graders graduate. We truly are rooted and established in love.
- Focused on Eternity. Our school exists to teach children about Jesus. Everything else is "icing on the cake." Every teacher in our school not only has teaching degrees and state certification, but they also have additional training and certification as Christian teachers. This enables our school to utilize word-class curricular materials and present them from a Christian world-view.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Trinity Lone Oak Lutheran School?
The acceptance rate of Trinity Lone Oak Lutheran School is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 86%.
Does Trinity Lone Oak Lutheran School offer a summer program?
Yes, Trinity Lone Oak Lutheran School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does Trinity Lone Oak Lutheran School offer?
Trinity Lone Oak Lutheran School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Trinity Lone Oak Lutheran School's ranking?
Trinity Lone Oak Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Trinity Lone Oak Lutheran School?
The application deadline for Trinity Lone Oak Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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