Trinity Waconia is an accredited, nationally recognized, exemplary school providing Christian education to sudents in preschool through eighth grade.
It is the vision of Trinity to secure each child's future spiritually, as a disciple of Christ, and educationally, through the highest academic standards.
Trinity's affordable Christian educational program is built on dedicated and profesisonal Christian teachers who are committed to partnering with parents to enable and empower students to achieve their personal, academic, and spiritual best.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked MN School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Trinity Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1865
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. May 30, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
274 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
5%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
7 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
8 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
STEM ActivitiesStudent Council
Arts and Music Programs:
BandChoirs
Drama ProgramHandbell Choirs
Praise Band
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Intramural Sports
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Trinity Lutheran School often compared to?
Trinity Lutheran School is often viewed alongside schools like Chapel Hill Academy by visitors of our site.
What sports does Trinity Lutheran School offer?
Trinity Lutheran School offers 7 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Trinity Lutheran School's ranking?
Trinity Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for: Largest student body 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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