Zion Lutheran (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked MO School
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
Enrollment: 568 students
Yearly Tuition: $6,990
Acceptance rate: 98%
Average class size: 20 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Zion Lutheran ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Lutheran Church Missouri Synod

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Zion Lutheran
Nursery	81
Pre-K	120
Kind	42
1	36
2	43
3	31
4	44
5	43
6	44
7	39
8	45

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1851

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Student Body

Total Students

568 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 21%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

35 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

16:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

60%

Average Class Size

20 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

any color polo with pants or skirts

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$6,990

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Tuition Notes

Community rate is listed. Member rate is 5045

% on Financial Aid

Average Financial Aid Grant

$1,700

Acceptance Rate

98%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Julie Kainady

Sports

Total Sports Offered

5 sports

Sports

BasketballCheering

Cross CountryTrack and Field

Volleyball

School Notes

Zion Lutheran School has a reputation for excellence in its curricular programs.
Area administrators report that Zion students are academically well-prepared to handle the challenges of high school education.
Our students turn in phenomenal scores every year on their standardized testing.
2008 continued with Zion's achievement test scores in the top 20% of students nationwide. Students' success can be attributed to families who take education seriously, dedicated faculty who uphold age-appropriate standards of excellence, and a curriculum which is constantly re-evaluated for its objectives and activities.
Zion Lutheran School admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin in all rights, privileges, programs and activities generally made available to students in the school.
Zion will attempt to provide a Christian education through the school for any children who are members of the congregation and desire such an education. Enrollment is then opened to the families in the community. However, the number of children that can be adequately served is determined by our available facilities and financial capabilities. Children may be put on a waiting list until the following term if enrollments are filled to capacity.

Zion Lutheran School has a reputation for excellence in its curricular programs. Area administrators report that Zion students are academically well-prepared to handle the challenges of high school education. Our students turn in phenomenal scores every year on their standardized testing. 2008 continued with Zion's achievement test scores in the top 20% of students nationwide. Students' success can be attributed to families who take education seriously, dedicated faculty who uphold age-appropriate standards of excellence, and a curriculum which is constantly re-evaluated for its objectives and activities. Zion Lutheran School admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin in all rights, privileges, programs and activities generally made available to students in the school. Zion will attempt to provide a Christian education through the school for any children who are members of the congregation and desire such an education. Enrollment is then opened to the families in the community. However, the number of children that can be adequately served is determined by our available facilities and financial capabilities. Children may be put on a waiting list until the following term if enrollments are filled to capacity.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Zion Lutheran cost?

Zion Lutheran's tuition is approximately $6,990 for private students and $40 for summer students.

What is the acceptance rate of Zion Lutheran?

The acceptance rate of Zion Lutheran is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 86%.

What sports does Zion Lutheran offer?

Zion Lutheran offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is Zion Lutheran's ranking?

Zion Lutheran ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Zion Lutheran?

The application deadline for Zion Lutheran is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The average private school tuition in Missouri is $12,298 for elementary schools and $15,122 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Missouri is 86% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).