Zion Lutheran School's mission is "Touching lives of people forever through a quality education in an atmosphere of Christian love".
Our objectives are to lead each child to a knowledge of Jesus Christ, a knowledge of God's will which leads to a desire to love it, and the skill needed to be an actively participating member of God's church, help each child to see himself as a redeemed child of God with the obligation to develop all his abilities and talents to better serve God and His Church, help each child mature as a child of God and develop a Christian philosophy of life, help each child develop spiritual, mental, physical, social and emotional potential, and help each child develop skills in establishing interpersonal relationships involving peers and adults, including appreciation for and acceptance of other cultures and ethnic groups.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked MI School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 105 students
- Yearly Tuition: $25,000
- Acceptance rate: 98%
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Zion Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1903
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
105 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
7%
State avg.: 18%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
School Notes
- School Motto: MAKING DISCIPLES FOR JESUS
- Zion Lutheran School's mission is "Touching lives of people forever through a quality education in an atmosphere of Christian love". Our objectives are to lead each child to a knowledge of Jesus Christ, a knowledge of God's will which leads to a desire to love it, and the skill needed to be an actively participating member of God's church, help each child to see himself as a redeemed child of God with the obligation to develop all his abilities and talents to better serve God and His Church, help each child mature as a child of God and develop a Christian philosophy of life, help each child develop spiritual, mental, physical, social and emotional potential, and help each child develop skills in establishing interpersonal relationships involving peers and adults, including appreciation for and acceptance of other cultures and ethnic groups.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Zion Lutheran School cost?
Zion Lutheran School's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Zion Lutheran School?
The acceptance rate of Zion Lutheran School is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 88%.
What is Zion Lutheran School's ranking?
Zion Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Zion Lutheran School?
The application deadline for Zion Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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