Zion Lutheran School
Zion is an accredited program with an outstanding reputation for academics, community and service in your San Francisco community. The individual attention and limited class size, combined with the certified and experienced faculty members, shape the learning environment for your child.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 153 students
- Yearly Tuition: $8,250
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: Dec. 31 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Zion Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
1947
Student Body
Total Students
153 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
82%
State avg.: 49%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
40%
Average Class Size
16 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Dec. 31 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Financial assistance is available.
Admissions Director
Mary Lum
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
16 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Academic Chess, Engineering for Kids, Mad Science, Mandarin Chinese Class, Math Counts, Pre-engineering with Legos, Student Council, Tech Club/Robotics, Yearbook Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Handbell Choir, Music lessons, Spring Musical: on-stage & back-stage
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Basketball, Cross Country, Track and Field, Volleyball
Academic Chess, Engineering for Kids, Mad Science, Mandarin Chinese Class, Math Counts, Pre-engineering with Legos, Student Council, Tech Club/Robotics, Yearbook Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Handbell Choir, Music lessons, Spring Musical: on-stage & back-stage
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Basketball, Cross Country, Track and Field, Volleyball
School Notes
- Zion Lutheran School, kindergarten through eighth grade in an academically oriented, caring, Christian setting.
- At Zion Lutheran School, we work to develop each student individually so that they can become an active Christian; an academically proficient learner; a culturally empowered young person; and a healthy individual.
- Zion maintains a strong emphasis on exceptional academics in all foundational curriculum. This foundation is supplemented with many other classroom programs, such as: 6-8 Spanish, K-8 computer education, and high school level advanced math for those eligible.
- Zion also offers many programs that work together with classroom instruction to complete the education of the whole child. These programs include: extensive after-school programs, interscholastic athletic programs, academic competitions and tournaments, musical education and performances, an annual spring musical, grades 4-8 Outdoor Education, and more.
- Please contact Mary Lum, Admissions Director, for more information and for the opportunity to come meet our faculty and staff! 415-221-7500 / admissions@zionsf.org
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Zion Lutheran School cost?
Zion Lutheran School's tuition is approximately $8,250 for private students.
What sports does Zion Lutheran School offer?
Zion Lutheran School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Fencing, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Zion Lutheran School's ranking?
Zion Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Zion Lutheran School?
The application deadline for Zion Lutheran School is Dec. 31 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 31 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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