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#194 of 571 private schools in WI

Top 34% of private schools

Bethlehem Lutheran School

Elementary School

1121 GEORGIA AVE, Sheboygan, WI 53081

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

169

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

169

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Wisconsin private schools

#194 of 571

In Sheboygan

#6 of 9

public schools

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About Bethlehem Lutheran School

Bethlehem Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Sheboygan, WI. Bethlehem Lutheran School serves approximately 169 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Bethlehem Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #194 of 571 private schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Bethlehem Lutheran School show 13% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).

How it comparesOn par with WI schools

6.9

This school 6.9 · Average
WI avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

At 169 students, Bethlehem 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 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

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How Bethlehem Lutheran School compares to 19 public schools serving similar grades in Sheboygan, WI

Student-Teacher Ratio

13:1

This School

13.5:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

169

This School

331

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.9

This School

5.9

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 72.8% vs 0%

Hispanic 18.3% vs 0%

Black 3.6% vs 0%

Asian 2.4% vs 0%

Bethlehem Lutheran School Sheboygan Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Bethlehem Lutheran School (this school)	—	169	13:1	6.9
Longfellow Elementary	0.3 mi	224	8.3:1	4.9
Sheridan Elementary	0.5 mi	268	10.7:1	5.0
Farnsworth Middle	0.6 mi	462	12.2:1	4.9
George D Warriner Middle	0.6 mi	51	12.8:1	6.4
Etude Middle	0.6 mi	86	14.3:1	6.7
Sheboygan Leadership Academy	0.6 mi	210	17.5:1	6.3
James Madison Elementary	0.8 mi	338	12.1:1	7.2
Early Learning Center	1.2 mi	561	25.5:1	3.4
Wilson Elementary	1.3 mi	469	13.8:1	7.1
Horace Mann Middle	1.3 mi	599	13.3:1	6.0
Grant Elementary	1.6 mi	346	11.2:1	6.1
Jefferson Elementary	1.6 mi	239	8.5:1	5.2
Cooper Elementary	2.2 mi	281	13.4:1	4.3
Urban Middle	2.4 mi	558	14.7:1	5.2
Jackson Elementary	2.8 mi	308	11:1	7.3
Etude Elementary	3.0 mi	187	17:1	7.4
Pigeon River Elementary	3.0 mi	243	12.8:1	5.0
Lincoln-Erdman Elementary	4.3 mi	402	13.9:1	8.1
Lake Country Academy - Charter	4.4 mi	458	13.5:1	6.1

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention

B- 5.2 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 13:1

Instructional Commitment

B 6.4 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,232

Diversity & Inclusion

A 8.9 / 10

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Diversity Index 44%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.3 / 10

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Enrollment 169

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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 WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 13.1% (2025 FORWARD)

School

State

49.9% (2025 FORWARD)

ELA Proficiency 43.0% (2025 FORWARD)

School

State

49.4% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 14 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 72.8%

Hispanic 18.3%

Black 3.6%

Two or More 3.0%

Asian 2.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1121 GEORGIA AVE, Sheboygan, WI 53081

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bethlehem Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST ELIZABETH ANN SETON CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST ELIZABETH ANN SETON (rated 8.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CHRIST CHILD ACADEMY (rated 7.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Sheboygan, see our Sheboygan schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Longfellow Elementary Sheboygan	0.3 mi	224	4.9
Sheridan Elementary Sheboygan	0.5 mi	268	5.0
Farnsworth Middle Sheboygan	0.6 mi	462	4.9
George D Warriner High School for Personalized Learning Sheboygan	0.6 mi	128	4.2
George D Warriner Middle Sheboygan	0.6 mi	51	6.4
Central High Sheboygan	0.6 mi	180	5.3
Etude High Sheboygan	0.6 mi	88	6.6
Etude Middle Sheboygan	0.6 mi	86	6.7
Sheboygan Leadership Academy Sheboygan	0.6 mi	210	6.3
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sheboygan	1.0 mi	139	6.9
CHRIST CHILD ACADEMY Sheboygan	1.1 mi	125	7.5
James Madison Elementary Sheboygan	0.8 mi	338	7.2
Early Learning Center Sheboygan	1.2 mi	561	3.4
South High Sheboygan	1.3 mi	1,123	3.5
Wilson Elementary Sheboygan	1.3 mi	469	7.1
ST ELIZABETH ANN SETON CATHOLIC SCHOOL Sheboygan	1.5 mi	102	9.2
ST ELIZABETH ANN SETON Sheboygan	1.5 mi	100	8.5
SHEBOYGAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sheboygan	1.6 mi	365	6.5
SHEBOYGAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sheboygan	1.6 mi	365	8.2
Jefferson Elementary Sheboygan	1.6 mi	239	5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53081 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$62,401

Median Home Value

$169,700

Median Rent

$866/mo

Population

43,146

College Educated

22.3%

Homeownership

60.3%

Avg Commute

16.3 min

Poverty Rate

12.2%

Median Age

38.7

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School	Enrollment	Rating
Benton Elementary Benton, WI	132	6.9
Clayton Elementary Clayton, WI	136	6.9
Denmark Early Childhood Ctr Denmark, WI	211	6.9
North Elementary Antigo, WI	183	6.9
Roosevelt Elementary Eau Claire, WI	236	6.9
ST JOHN PRIMARY SCHOOL Marshfield, WI	182	6.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bethlehem Lutheran School

What grades does Bethlehem Lutheran School serve?

Bethlehem Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Bethlehem Lutheran School?

Bethlehem Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 169 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bethlehem Lutheran School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bethlehem Lutheran School is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Bethlehem Lutheran School rank in WI?

Bethlehem Lutheran School ranks #194 of 571 private schools in WI.

What is Bethlehem Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bethlehem Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Bethlehem Lutheran School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bethlehem Lutheran School has 13% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).

Is Bethlehem Lutheran School a private school?

Yes, Bethlehem Lutheran School is a private coeducational school with a Lutheran Church - Missouri 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 Lutheran School a religious school?

Bethlehem Lutheran School has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 74 Very Walkable
Bike Score: 63 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 169
Gender Split: 54% M / 46% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
Teachers (FTE): 13
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 176 days
Setting: Small City
County: Sheboygan County
Phone: (920) 452-5071

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