The mission of Zion Lutheran School is to provide spiritual, emotional, physical, social and intellectual learning with Jesus Christ as the center.
We provide a quality Christian education while encouraging the children to grow spiritually, cognitively, physically, and socially through the challenging activities that we provide.
In the classroom this means providing a place in which children feel confident learning challenging material in a loving atmosphere, while growing in their understanding of Christ and his word.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 41 students
- Yearly Tuition: $3,000
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: Apr. 30 / Aug. 30 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Zion Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Year Founded
1981
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
41 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
75%
Average Class Size
10 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
modest and appropriate
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Apr. 30 / Aug. 30 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition cost for 2nd child: $2490
Tuition cost 3rd child:$1980
% on Financial Aid
12%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$500
Admissions Director
Janet A. Pawlak
Application URL
School Notes
- High academic standards--Academic Excellence Powered by God
- Multilevel grades Kindergarten & 1st; 2nd & 3rd; 4th-6th
- Preschool 3 & 4 year old class and 4 & 5 year old class
- Weekly Chapel experience
- Individualized music lessons available
- Soprano recorder instruction, 3rd grade
- Chimes instruction, 4th-6th grades
- Computer lab and computers in all classrooms
- Introduction to Spanish, 2nd-6th grades
- Educational fieldtrips for all students
- Active parent group, with ample opportunities for parent involvement
- Full cafeteria with home cooked meals, library, gymnasium, computer lab, outside playground
- Monthly school newsletter
- Keyboarding skills 2nd--6th grades
- Certified kindergarten through sixth grade teacher
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Zion Lutheran School cost?
Zion Lutheran School's tuition is approximately $3,000 for private students.
What schools are Zion Lutheran School often compared to?
Zion Lutheran School is often viewed alongside schools like North Spencer Christian Academy, Willow Glen Christian School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Zion Lutheran School?
The application deadline for Zion Lutheran School is Apr. 30 / Aug. 30 / rolling (applications are due on Apr. 30 / Aug. 30 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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