Below Average
#541 of 571 private schools in WI
Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran School
Middle School
N84W15252 MENOMONEE AVE, Menomonee Falls, WI 53051
Enrollment
118
Student-Teacher
393.3:1
Score
4.3
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
118
Student-Teacher
393.3:1
Score
4.3
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Wisconsin private schools
#541 of 571
In Menomonee Falls
#7 of 7
public schools
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Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran School
Middle School in Menomonee Falls · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran School
Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran School is a private middle school in Menomonee Falls, WI. Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran School serves approximately 118 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 393.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #541 of 571 private schools in WI.
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 118 students, Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran School runs 393.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran School compares to the 8 public schools in Menomonee Falls, WI
Student Demographics
All Schools in Menomonee Falls
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran School (this school) | 4.3 |
| Riverside Elementary | 7.6 |
| Benjamin Franklin Elementary and Early Learning Center | 4.5 |
| Menomonee Falls High | 6.2 |
| North Middle | 6.4 |
| Shady Lane Elementary | 4.1 |
| Valley View Elementary | 7.0 |
| Willow Springs Learning Center | 3.3 |
| Marcy Elementary | 8.6 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in WI.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in WI
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
N84W15252 MENOMONEE AVE, Menomonee Falls, WI 53051
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. North Middle (rated 6.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Kennedy Middle (rated 6.2/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Germantown), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Menomonee Falls, see our Menomonee Falls schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Riverside Elementary Menomonee Falls | 0.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Benjamin Franklin Elementary and Early Learning Center Menomonee Falls | 0.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Menomonee Falls High Menomonee Falls | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Menomonee Falls | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| North Middle Menomonee Falls | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| CHESTERTON ACADEMY OF MILWAUKEE Menomonee Falls | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Shady Lane Elementary Menomonee Falls | 1.4 mi | 4.1 |
| County Line Elementary Germantown | 1.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Valley View Elementary Menomonee Falls | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| FALLS BAPTIST ACADEMY Menomonee Falls | 2.5 mi | 8.1 |
| CALVARY BAPTIST SCHOOL Menomonee Falls | 2.4 mi | 6.9 |
| PILGRIM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Menomonee Falls | 3.8 mi | 7.2 |
| MacArthur Elementary Germantown | 3.9 mi | 6.4 |
| River Trail School of Agricultural Science Milwaukee | 3.6 mi | 3.8 |
| Goodrich Elementary Milwaukee | 3.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Kennedy Middle Germantown | 4.3 mi | 6.2 |
| MILWAUKEE SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Milwaukee | 3.6 mi | 6.8 |
| SALEM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee | 3.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Maple Tree Elementary Milwaukee | 3.6 mi | 5.3 |
| NEW TESTAMENT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Milwaukee | 3.2 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53051 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$98,423
Median Home Value
$341,700
Median Rent
$1,257/mo
Population
39,000
College Educated
48.8%
Homeownership
75%
Avg Commute
20.7 min
Poverty Rate
4.9%
Median Age
42
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|---|---|
| Manawa Middle Manawa, WI | 5.1 |
| Bayfield Middle Bayfield, WI | 5.2 |
| ST CHARLES BORROMEO PRIMARY SCHOOL Chippewa Falls, WI | 5.2 |
| Waterloo Middle Waterloo, WI | 5.4 |
| Augusta Middle Augusta, WI | 5.5 |
| Ithaca Middle Richland Center, WI | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran School
What grades does Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran School serve?
Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran School?
Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 118 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran School is 393.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran School rank in WI?
Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran School ranks #541 of 571 private schools in WI.
What is Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran School a private school?
Yes, Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran School is a private coeducational school with a Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran School a religious school?
Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran School has a Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 118
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 393.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 0
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Waukesha County
- Phone
- (262) 251-3120
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