About the School
- Zion Lutheran School in Bancroft, NE is a co–ed private school offering kindergarten through 8th grade education in a rural community setting.
- The school has an enrollment of 15 students and a student–teacher ratio of 8:1, supported by 2 full–time teachers.
- Zion Lutheran School is affiliated with the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod and provides education within a religious framework.
- Approximately 33 percent of the student body identifies as students of color, reflecting some level of diversity within the small enrollment.
- The school serves families seeking a rural Nebraska K–8 private school with a focus on elementary and middle grades.
School Facts
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Students By Grade
Student Body
Total Students
15 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
33%
State avg.: 20%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.:
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Frequently Asked Questions
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 ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to Zion Lutheran School is Guardian Angels Central Catholic High School (9.6 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Guardian Angels Continuation School (9.6 miles away)
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(402) 372-2355
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(402) 372-2355
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
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Quick Facts
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