Trinity Lutheran School offers quality Christian education since 1860.
"Train up a child in the way he should go; and when he is old, he will not depart from it", with these words from Holy Scripture flow our purposes for existing as a Christian School.
We provide instruction in God's Word in order that your child may learn to know an trust Jesus Christ as his ever-loving Savior; may know what the Lord expects of him; may voluntarily do what which is right and God-pleasing; and may be prepared to live with God eternally in Heaven.
Our purpose is to assist the home in carrying out its role as commanded by God and to teach the required skills necessary for successful, purposeful, and useful living.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked IL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 63 students
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Trinity Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1860
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
63 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
15%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
10 students
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Admissions Director
Julie Messina
Admissions Associate
Administrative Assistant
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
3 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
8 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Student Spirit Council
Arts and Music Programs:
Fine Arts FairHandbells Choir
Music LessonsVoice Choir
Recreational Athletic Programs:
BasketballCross Country Running
Track
School Notes
- Trinity Lutheran School offers quality Christian education since 1860. "Train up a child in the way he should go; and when he is old, he will not depart from it", with these words from Holy Scripture flow our purposes for existing as a Christian School. We provide instruction in God's Word in order that your child may learn to know an trust Jesus Christ as his ever-loving Savior; may know what the Lord expects of him; may voluntarily do what which is right and God-pleasing; and may be prepared to live with God eternally in Heaven. Our purpose is to assist the home in carrying out its role as commanded by God and to teach the required skills necessary for successful, purposeful, and useful living.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does Trinity Lutheran School offer?
Trinity Lutheran School offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country and Track and Field.
What is Trinity Lutheran School's ranking?
Trinity Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: 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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