Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 93 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Zion Lutheran School
About the School
- Zion Lutheran School in Decatur, IN serves 93 co–ed students from pre–kindergarten through 8th grade in a town setting.
- The school is affiliated with the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod and classified as a religious elementary and secondary program.
- With 6 teachers, Zion Lutheran maintains a student–teacher ratio of 16:1.
- Zion Lutheran is one of several private religious schools in Decatur, including St. Peter–Immanuel Lutheran School and Wyneken Memorial Lutheran School.
- The school offers education within a town community context and enrolls a total of 68 students across Kindergarten to 8th grade.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 93 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Facts
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
93 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.:
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Zion Lutheran School often compared to?
Zion Lutheran School is often viewed alongside schools like Wyneken Memorial Lutheran School, St. Peter-Immanuel Lutheran School by visitors of our site.
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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