Trinity Lutheran School was established in Atchison in 1869. Trinity Lutheran School is an integral part of the ministry of Trinity Lutheran Church.
We desire to work with children and parents who are willing to walk with us in oneness of spirit and purpose.
Our curriculum is based on A Curriculum Guide for Lutheran Elementary Schools and has been approved by the Kansas Board of Education.
To meet goals and objectives of our school, the most important subject is the teaching of the Christian faith.
A well-integrated course of Bible history, Christian doctrine, and memory work is required of every pupil.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked KS School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 161 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Trinity Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1869
Student Body
Total Students
161 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
4%
State avg.: 24%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- School Motto: Mission is to prepare students and assist their families spiritually, physically, intellectually, socially, and emotionally.
- Trinity Lutheran School was established in Atchison in 1869.
- Trinity Lutheran School is an integral part of the ministry of Trinity Lutheran Church.
- We desire to work with children and parents who are willing to walk with us in oneness of spirit and purpose.
- Our curriculum is based on A Curriculum Guide for Lutheran Elementary Schools and has been approved by the Kansas Board of Education.
- To meet goals and objectives of our school, the most important subject is the teaching of the Christian faith.
- A well-integrated course of Bible history, Christian doctrine, and memory work is required of every pupil.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Trinity Lutheran School often compared to?
Trinity Lutheran School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Benedict Catholic School by visitors of our site.
What is Trinity Lutheran School's ranking?
Trinity Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kansas for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Trinity Lutheran School?
The application deadline for Trinity Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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(913) 683-3366
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(913) 683-3366
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St. Benedict Catholic School
(Catholic)
201 Division St
Atchison, KS 66002
(913) 683-3366
Atchison, KS 66002
(913) 683-3366
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Gr: PK-8 | 216 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition listed
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201 Division St
Atchison, KS 66002
(913) 683-3366
Atchison, KS 66002
(913) 683-3366
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 216 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition listed
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(307) 635-2802
521 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 81 students Avg. class size: 13 students Tuition listed
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St. Benedict Catholic School
(Catholic)
201 Division St
Atchison, KS 66002
(913) 683-3366
Atchison, KS 66002
(913) 683-3366
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 216 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition listed
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Atchison, KS 66002
(913) 367-5482
Atchison, KS 66002
(913) 367-5482
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(816) 238-0281
Saint Joseph, MO 64504
(816) 238-0281
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Gr: PK-8 | 115 students Tuition listed
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(Assembly of God)
4405 S. 22nd St.
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(816) 232-6424
Saint Joseph, MO 64503
(816) 232-6424
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Gr: PK-12 | 45 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
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(816) 232-0553
Saint Joseph, MO 64501
(816) 232-0553
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(816) 232-6424
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(816) 279-1555
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201 Division St
Atchison, KS 66002
(913) 683-3366
Atchison, KS 66002
(913) 683-3366
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 216 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition listed
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(816) 238-0281
Saint Joseph, MO 64504
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Gr: PK-8 | 115 students Tuition listed
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(Assembly of God)
4405 S. 22nd St.
Saint Joseph, MO 64503
(816) 232-6424
Saint Joseph, MO 64503
(816) 232-6424
19.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 45 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
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(816) 232-0553
Saint Joseph, MO 64501
(816) 232-0553
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Gr: PK-6 | 44 students
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(Catholic)
518 N 11th St
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(816) 232-7763
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(816) 232-7763
20.3 miles
Gr: K-8 | 228 students Sports: 4 Tuition listed
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St. Benedict Catholic School
(Catholic)
201 Division St
Atchison, KS 66002
(913) 683-3366
Atchison, KS 66002
(913) 683-3366
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 216 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition listed
St. James School
(Catholic)
120 Michigan Ave
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(816) 238-0281
Saint Joseph, MO 64504
(816) 238-0281
17.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 115 students Tuition listed
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(Assembly of God)
4405 S. 22nd St.
Saint Joseph, MO 64503
(816) 232-6424
Saint Joseph, MO 64503
(816) 232-6424
19.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 45 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
301 N 7th St
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(816) 232-0553
Saint Joseph, MO 64501
(816) 232-0553
20.1 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 44 students
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2614 Seneca St
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(816) 232-4911
Saint Joseph, MO 64507
(816) 232-4911
20.4 miles
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(Math: 20% | Reading: 18%)
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301 N 5th
Atchison, KS 66002
(913) 367-5363
Atchison, KS 66002
(913) 367-5363
0.3 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 287 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
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2/
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301 1/2 North 5th Street
Atchison, KS 66002
(913) 360-6540
Atchison, KS 66002
(913) 360-6540
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Gr: 2-12 | 51 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
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Bottom 50%10
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Atchison, KS 66002
(913) 367-4162
Atchison, KS 66002
(913) 367-4162
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(Math: 28% | Reading: 30%)
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Atchison, KS 66002
(913) 367-1161
Atchison, KS 66002
(913) 367-1161
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(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
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(816) 688-7777
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(816) 688-7777
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