The mission of Zion Lutheran Church and School is to join in fellowship to praise God and to spread the good news of salvation at home and abroad by worship, Christian Education, and discipleship in service to God and all people so that all can receive the victory through Christ.
Zion offers academic programs Preschool through 8th grade, providing a strong foundation in basic skills.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked NE School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 120 students
- Yearly Tuition: $274
- Acceptance rate: 100%
- Average class size: 13 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Zion Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Speech services on site
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
120 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
10%
Average Class Size
13 students
List of Courses Offered
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Book fee
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 85%
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Band, Choral Clinic, Quiz Bowl
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Zion Lutheran School cost?
Zion Lutheran School's tuition is approximately $274 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Zion Lutheran School?
The acceptance rate of Zion Lutheran School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 93%.
What sports does Zion Lutheran School offer?
Zion Lutheran School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Football, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Zion Lutheran School's ranking?
Zion Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Nebraska 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).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Zion Lutheran School is Norfolk Catholic High School (12.3 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Immanuel Lutheran School (7.6 miles away)
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School
Location
Miles
Grades
Students
Immanuel Lutheran School
(Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
Grades: PK-8 | 23 students 7.6 miles 105 Elm St
Hadar, NE 68738
(402) 371-0685
Hadar, NE 68738
(402) 371-0685
7.6
PK-8
23
Immanuel Lutheran School
Daycare / Preschool (Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
Grades: PK-K | 24 students 11.5 miles 808 N Fulton St
Osmond, NE 68765
(402) 748-3303
Osmond, NE 68765
(402) 748-3303
11.5
PK-K
24
St. Mary's School
(Catholic)
Grades: PK-7 | 59 students 11.5 miles 302 E 5th St
Osmond, NE 68765
(402) 748-3433
Osmond, NE 68765
(402) 748-3433
11.5
PK-7
59
Grades: PK-8 | 111 students 11.9 miles 1010 Georgia Ave
Norfolk, NE 68701
(402) 371-1233
Norfolk, NE 68701
(402) 371-1233
11.9
PK-8
111
Norfolk Catholic Elementary School
(Catholic)
Grades: PK-6 | 343 students 12.3 miles 2301 W Madison Ave
Norfolk, NE 68701
(402) 371-4584
Norfolk, NE 68701
(402) 371-4584
12.3
PK-6
343
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