Trinity Lutheran School in Paola, KS, serves 27 co–educational students in grades 2 through 9 within a rural community setting.
The school operates with a student–teacher ratio of 7:1 supported by 4 teaching staff members.
Trinity Lutheran is affiliated with the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod and offers a regular elementary and secondary education program.
Students identifying as a racial or ethnic minority represent approximately 4% of the enrollment.
Compared to nearby private schools, Trinity Lutheran maintains a smaller enrollment size and a lower student–teacher ratio in the rural Paola area.
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 2-9
Student Body
Total Students
27 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
4%
State avg.: 24%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
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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