Zion-St. John's roots stem back to the 1800's. St. John Lutheran Church in Germantown founded its school in 1879. Twenty-five years later Zion Lutheran in Paullina made the same commitment for its students. In 1976 the two schools consolidated to form Zion-St John, yet the education received is anything but old fashioned. A computer lab used by every student K-8, internet access, a music program including all grade levels and athletic competition are among the opportunities Zion-St John gives its students. But most important of all, Zion-St John offers a Christian atmosphere that allows us to address all the student's needs: intellectual, emotional, & spiritual.

The Mission of Zion-St. John Lutheran School, in partnership with parents and the congregations, is to provide a Christ-centered educational program which ministers to the needs of the whole child in nurturing the student to live in service to God and man.

We are open to families of all faiths desiring a Christian-focused education. Students are not required to belong to either Zion or to St. John. We encourage church attendance at the church of your choice.