Zion Lutheran School

2421 Avenue C
Kearney, NE 68847

Zion Lutheran School of Kearney has offered high quality, Christ-centered education for over 87 years! Zion Lutheran is a state-approved school and all teachers are Nebraska-certified.

Zion has also been recognized as the Best of Kearney Preschool four times! Come see why so many know Zion to be a school of excellence.

Quick Stats (2022-23)

Top Ranked NE School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 199 students
Acceptance rate: 90%
Average class size: 12 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:

School Overview

Religious Affiliation

Lutheran Church Missouri Synod

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Year Founded

1930

School Calendar

Link to School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

199 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

13%

State avg.: 17%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

8 teachers

Student : Teacher Ratio

25:1

National avg.: 13:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

20%

Average Class Size

12 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal
Solid polos and khaki pants

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Tuition Notes

While we do charge tuition, we never want money to be the reason that a family not attend our school. We do offer tuition assistance and make every effort to help those who want to attend.

Acceptance Rate

90%

National avg.: 85%

Sports

Total Sports Offered

3 sports

Sports

Basketball, Track and Field, Volleyball

School Notes

Zion Lutheran School of Kearney is a private, nonprofit organization, therefore it is necessary for the school to charge tuition. Various scholarships, tuition-assistance, and other tuition programs are available to help with the cost of education. The principal or administrative assistant would be more than happy to discuss the various options with you. We never want tuition to be a deterrent to those seeking a Christian education - we will work with you to make it possible for you to enroll your child.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Zion Lutheran School often compared to?

Zion Lutheran Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Faith Christian School Of Kearney, Catholic High School Of Kearney by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of Zion Lutheran School?

The acceptance rate of Zion Lutheran School is 90%, which is lower than the national average of 94%. Zion Lutheran School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Nebraska with low acceptance rates.

What sports does Zion Lutheran School offer?

Zion Lutheran School offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, 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: Lowest average acceptance rates.

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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