Trinity First Lutheran School (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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About the School

Trinity First Lutheran School in Minneapolis, MN, serves 123 students from pre鈥搆indergarten through 8th grade in a city community setting.
Founded in 1859, this Lutheran Church Missouri Synod鈥揳ffiliated school offers a co鈥揺d, regular elementary and secondary program.
The school maintains a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 9:1, with an average class size of 15 and a faculty of 13 teachers.
Annual tuition is $2,500 with 100% of students receiving an average financial aid grant of $1,900, making it one of the more affordable Minneapolis private schools.
The student body is 87% students of color, reflecting significant racial and ethnic diversity in this Minneapolis city private school.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked MN School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 123 students
Yearly Tuition: $2,500
Acceptance rate: 99%
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

Trinity First Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Lutheran Church Missouri Synod

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Trinity First Lutheran School
Pre-K	30
Kind	17
1	16
2	15
3	7
4	13
5	3
6	10
7	8
8	4

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Year Founded

1859

Summer School Offered

Yes

School Calendar

School Motto

Equipping Learners, Sharing Hope

Student Body

Total Students

123 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

87%

State avg.: 23%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

13 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

9:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

Average Class Size

15 students

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Institute for Independent Education (PVSR legacy category)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$2,500

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Tuition Notes

Tuition based on income and family size - the above amount represents the most charged per student

% on Financial Aid

100%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$1,900

Acceptance Rate

99%

National avg.: 82%

Application URL

School Notes

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Jane Doe - Author and activist, graduated in 2000 -

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Trinity First Lutheran School cost?

Trinity First Lutheran School's tuition is approximately $2,500 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Trinity First Lutheran School?

The acceptance rate of Trinity First Lutheran School is 99%, which is higher than the national average of 87%.

Who are famous alumni from Trinity First Lutheran School?

Trinity First Lutheran School famous alumni include: Jane Doe - Author and activist, graduated in 2000.

What is Trinity First Lutheran School's ranking?

Trinity First Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for: Least expensive tuition, Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Trinity First Lutheran School?

The application deadline for Trinity First Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Trinity First Lutheran School located?

Trinity First Lutheran School is located in the Ventura Village neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Minneapolis, MN is $12,470 for elementary schools and $19,941 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Minneapolis, MN is 82% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).