Trinity Lutheran School

Trinity Lutheran School is a co-educational Christian Day School that serves Kindergarten through 8th grade level students.
It is operated as a non-profit, church-sponsored education ministry of Trinity Lutheran Church, Clinton Township, Michigan.
Our school has been providing excellent Christian education for over 118 years.
Trinity Lutheran School strives for quality in all that we do.
Students are learning concepts, gaining wisdom and developing life skills.
They are involved in a variety of learning and extra-curricular activities by state qualified teachers.
Trinity Lutheran School is a Christian School. Our primary goal is to share the truth of the Gospels and help children and their families grow in their relationship with Jesus Christ.
Our school provides a safe nurturing atmosphere where children can hear God’s Word daily and learn about His love and blessings.
Trinity is a place where Christian teachers help children define and implement a Christian lifestyle and Christian values.
It is a place of caring and love that extends longer than the school day and beyond the classroom walls.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked MI School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-7
  • Enrollment: 162 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $3,000
  • Acceptance rate: 95%
  • Average class size: 25 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

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

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Attribute
Affordability
School History

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-7
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1885
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
162 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
21%
State avg.: 19%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
32:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
80%
Average Class Size
25 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
non-jean styled pants and solid collared shirts

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Non member rate for one child $5175.00
Acceptance Rate
95%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Mr. Julian Petzold
Application URL

School Notes

  • School Motto: 'Forming Fully Devoted Followers of Jesus Christ'
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Trinity Lutheran School cost?
Trinity Lutheran School's tuition is approximately $3,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Trinity Lutheran School?
The acceptance rate of Trinity Lutheran School is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 88%.
What is Trinity Lutheran School's ranking?
Trinity Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for: Least expensive tuition, 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).

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked MI School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-7
  • Enrollment: 162 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $3,000
  • Acceptance rate: 95%
  • Average class size: 25 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Macomb County, MI is $6,167 for elementary schools and $13,010 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Macomb County, MI is 80% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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