Zion congregation has provided instruction to its children since 1903.
The purpose for existing as a Christan Day School is to provide a thorough and complete instruction in God's Word.
This is necessary so the child may trust in the risen Savior and voluntarily lead a God-pleasing life; to assist the home in carrying out its role commanded by God; and to teach the necessary skills for successful, purposeful, and useful living in the century.
Zion Lutheran School provides a Christ-based education to students, families, staff, and the community in order to introduce and disciple a relationship with Jesus Christ, while developing talents and skills necessary for responsible Christian living and serving.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked MI School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
- Enrollment: 106 students
- Yearly Tuition: $3,300
- 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 Michigan for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-8
Year Founded
1903
Colors
Black/Gold
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Aug 25, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
106 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
5%
State avg.: 19%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
12 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
$3,300 for first child
$1,500 for second child
$1,500 for third child
% on Financial Aid
20%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,000
Admissions Director
Beth Kussro
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
3 sports
Sports
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougars
- Zion congregation has provided instruction to its children since 1903. The purpose for existing as a Christan Day School is to provide a thorough and complete instruction in God's Word. This is necessary so the child may trust in the risen Savior and voluntarily lead a God-pleasing life; to assist the home in carrying out its role commanded by God; and to teach the necessary skills for successful, purposeful, and useful living in the century. Zion Lutheran School provides a Christ-based education to students, families, staff, and the community in order to introduce and disciple a relationship with Jesus Christ, while developing talents and skills necessary for responsible Christian living and serving.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Zion Lutheran School cost?
Zion Lutheran School's tuition is approximately $3,300 for private students.
What sports does Zion Lutheran School offer?
Zion Lutheran School offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Soccer and Volleyball.
What is Zion Lutheran School's ranking?
Zion Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for: Least expensive tuition and Oldest founding date.
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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(Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
210 S Alp St
Bay City, MI 48706
(989) 684-6442
Bay City, MI 48706
(989) 684-6442
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 42 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 2
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Miles
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Holy Trinity School
(Catholic)
1004 S Wenona St
Bay City, MI 48706
(989) 892-3018
Bay City, MI 48706
(989) 892-3018
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 124 students
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(Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
210 S Alp St
Bay City, MI 48706
(989) 684-6442
Bay City, MI 48706
(989) 684-6442
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 42 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 2
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Holy Trinity School
(Catholic)
1004 S Wenona St
Bay City, MI 48706
(989) 892-3018
Bay City, MI 48706
(989) 892-3018
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 124 students
St. John's Lutheran School ![St. John's Lutheran School Photo - St. John's Ev. Lutheran School, Bay City, Michigan]( "St. John's Lutheran School Photo - St. John's Ev. Lutheran School, Bay City, Michigan")
(Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
210 S Alp St
Bay City, MI 48706
(989) 684-6442
Bay City, MI 48706
(989) 684-6442
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 42 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 2
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Holy Trinity School
(Catholic)
1004 S Wenona St
Bay City, MI 48706
(989) 892-3018
Bay City, MI 48706
(989) 892-3018
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 124 students
St. John's Lutheran School ![St. John's Lutheran School Photo - St. John's Ev. Lutheran School, Bay City, Michigan]( "St. John's Lutheran School Photo - St. John's Ev. Lutheran School, Bay City, Michigan")
(Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
210 S Alp St
Bay City, MI 48706
(989) 684-6442
Bay City, MI 48706
(989) 684-6442
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 42 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 2
All Saints Elementary School
(Catholic)
715 14th St
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 892-2533
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 892-2533
1.3 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 141 students Tuition listed
All Saints Central Middle & High School
(Catholic)
217 S Monroe St
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 892-2533
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 892-2533
1.4 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 105 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Trinity Evangelical Lutheran School
(Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
2515 Broadway St
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 894-2092
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 894-2092
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 139 students Sports: 7
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All Saints Central Middle & High School
(Catholic)
217 S Monroe St
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 892-2533
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 892-2533
1.4 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 105 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
3560 McCarty Road
Saginaw, MI 48603
(989) 790-1676
Saginaw, MI 48603
(989) 790-1676
9 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 305 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 13 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition listed
Michigan Lutheran Seminary
(Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
2777 Hardin Street
Saginaw, MI 48602
(989) 793-1010
Saginaw, MI 48602
(989) 793-1010
11.2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 182 students Tuition listed
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(Christian)
3427 Adams Avenue
Saginaw, MI 48602
(989) 484-7363
Saginaw, MI 48602
(989) 484-7363
11.2 miles
Gr: 3-12 | 30 students Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
2555 Wieneke Rd
Saginaw, MI 48603
(989) 399-2221
Saginaw, MI 48603
(989) 399-2221
11.3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 208 students Avg. class size: 13 students Sports: 13 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
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Holy Trinity School
(Catholic)
1004 S Wenona St
Bay City, MI 48706
(989) 892-3018
Bay City, MI 48706
(989) 892-3018
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 124 students
St. John's Lutheran School ![St. John's Lutheran School Photo - St. John's Ev. Lutheran School, Bay City, Michigan]( "St. John's Lutheran School Photo - St. John's Ev. Lutheran School, Bay City, Michigan")
(Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
210 S Alp St
Bay City, MI 48706
(989) 684-6442
Bay City, MI 48706
(989) 684-6442
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 42 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 2
All Saints Elementary School
(Catholic)
715 14th St
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 892-2533
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 892-2533
1.3 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 141 students Tuition listed
All Saints Central Middle & High School
(Catholic)
217 S Monroe St
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 892-2533
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 892-2533
1.4 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 105 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Trinity Evangelical Lutheran School
(Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
2515 Broadway St
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 894-2092
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 894-2092
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 139 students Sports: 7
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Holy Trinity School
(Catholic)
1004 S Wenona St
Bay City, MI 48706
(989) 892-3018
Bay City, MI 48706
(989) 892-3018
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 124 students
St. John's Lutheran School ![St. John's Lutheran School Photo - St. John's Ev. Lutheran School, Bay City, Michigan]( "St. John's Lutheran School Photo - St. John's Ev. Lutheran School, Bay City, Michigan")
(Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
210 S Alp St
Bay City, MI 48706
(989) 684-6442
Bay City, MI 48706
(989) 684-6442
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 42 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 2
All Saints Elementary School
(Catholic)
715 14th St
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 892-2533
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 892-2533
1.3 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 141 students Tuition listed
Trinity Evangelical Lutheran School
(Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
2515 Broadway St
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 894-2092
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 894-2092
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 139 students Sports: 7
Immanuel Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
247 N Lincoln St
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 893-8521
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 893-8521
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 142 students Avg. class size: 15 students
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1420 S Badour Rd
Midland, MI 48640
(989) 631-2340
Midland, MI 48640
(989) 631-2340
9457 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 462 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
(Math: 58% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1894 E Pine River Rd
Midland, MI 48640
(989) 631-5121
Midland, MI 48640
(989) 631-5121
9457 miles
Gr: 3-5 | 254 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
(Math: 40% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
644 S Badour Rd
Midland, MI 48640
(989) 631-9260
Midland, MI 48640
(989) 631-9260
9457.2 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 348 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
(Math: 58% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3901 N Saginaw Rd
Midland, MI 48640
(989) 923-5382
Midland, MI 48640
(989) 923-5382
9458.1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,272 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
(Math: 48% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
535 N Maple St
Hemlock, MI 48626
(989) 642-5253
Hemlock, MI 48626
(989) 642-5253
9458.3 miles
Gr: 5-8 | 350 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
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