Trinity Lutheran School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Top Ranked WI School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 211 students
Yearly Tuition: $1,550
Acceptance rate: 100%
Average class size: 16 students
Application Deadline: May. 31 / Aug. 15
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

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

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Lutheran Church Missouri Synod

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade

Grade	Trinity Lutheran School
Nursery	23
Pre-K	38
Kind	14
1	18
2	15
3	22
4	19
5	16
6	14
7	18
8	14

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Pre-K largest at 38 with the most students, ahead of Nursery at 23 and all other grades at 22 or fewer.

Year Founded

1886

Student Body

Total Students

211 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 35%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

10 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

21:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

27%

Average Class Size

16 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Other religious school association(s)
National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

May. 31 / Aug. 15

Yearly Tuition Cost

$1,550

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Tuition Notes

Tuition for 2014-15 is $1,550 for the first child, $775 for the second, and $375 for any other children. Tuition is the same for Trinity members and those in the community. We do offer sponsorships and tuition assistance.

% on Financial Aid

35%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$400

Acceptance Rate

100%

National avg.: 85%

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

2 sports

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BasketballVolleyball

School Notes

Trinity is an established, growing school known for our commitment to academic excellence, friendly staff, and community involvement.
We have a thriving day care and preschool, partner with the public schools for our 4K program, and offer a complete educational journey with and experienced, caring staff for Kindergarten through Eighth Grade.
Call today for more information!.

Registration for preschool and 4K is held the third week in January of each year. Registration for K-8 is due by May 31 each year, although we accept registration for people new to the Merrill area throughout the summer months. Day care registration accepted at any time, provided there are openings.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Trinity Lutheran School cost?

Trinity Lutheran School's tuition is approximately $1,550 for private students.

What schools are Trinity Lutheran School often compared to?

Trinity Lutheran School is often viewed alongside schools like St. John Lutheran School, St. Francis Xavier Catholic School by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of Trinity Lutheran School?

The acceptance rate of Trinity Lutheran School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 92%.

What sports does Trinity Lutheran School offer?

Trinity Lutheran School offers 2 interscholastic sports: Basketball and Volleyball.

What is Trinity Lutheran School's ranking?

Trinity Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for: Least expensive tuition and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Trinity Lutheran School?

The application deadline for Trinity Lutheran School is May. 31 / Aug. 15.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Wisconsin is $4,956 for elementary schools and $9,991 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Wisconsin is 92% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).