Trinity Lutheran School in Hawthorne, CA serves 73 students in grades K through 8 within a suburban community setting.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 12:1 with a teaching staff of 6.
It is affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America and holds membership in the Evangelical Lutheran Education Association.
Trinity Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of California private schools for student diversity, with 92.96% students of color.
This California K–8 private school offers a coeducational program rooted in an evangelical Lutheran religious orientation.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 73 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Trinity Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
73 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
93%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Trinity Lutheran School often compared to?
Trinity Lutheran School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Joseph School, Atherton Christian School by visitors of our site.
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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