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#457 of 571 private schools in WI

Christ Lutheran School

Elementary School

W229S8930 CLARK ST, Big Bend, WI 53103

Private

Enrollment

81

Student-Teacher

16.2:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Wisconsin private schools

#457 of 571

In Big Bend

#2 of 2

public schools

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Christ Lutheran School

5.2/10

Elementary School in Big Bend · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.6/10

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About Christ Lutheran School

Christ Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Big Bend, WI. Christ Lutheran School serves approximately 81 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Christ Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #457 of 571 private schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Christ Lutheran School show 0% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 0% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).

How it compares1.6 pts below WI schools
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • WI avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

At 81 students, Christ 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.

Christ 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 Christ Lutheran School compares to the 1 public school in Big Bend, WI

Student-Teacher Ratio
16.2:1
This School
vs
14.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
81
This School
vs
488
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.2
This School
vs
8.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 86.4% vs 0%
Hispanic 4.9% vs 0%
Black 2.5% vs 0%
Christ Lutheran School Big Bend Public Avg

All Schools in Big Bend

School Rating
Christ Lutheran School (this school) 5.2
Big Bend 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

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
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C 3.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 16.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 6.6 / 10
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School Day Length 6.9 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,235.1
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 7.1 / 10
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Diversity Index 21%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.4 / 10
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Enrollment 81
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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 0.0% (2025 FORWARD)
School
State
41.8% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 0.0% (2025 FORWARD)
School
State
43.8% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 4 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 86.4%
Hispanic 4.9%
Two or More 3.7%
Black 2.5%
Native American 2.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

W229S8930 CLARK ST, Big Bend, WI 53103

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Christ Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mill Valley Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Muskego), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lakeview Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Wind Lake), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bay Lane Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Muskego), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Big Bend, see our Big Bend schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Big Bend Elementary Big Bend 0.3 mi 8.6
ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Big Bend 0.3 mi 6.5
Lake Denoon Middle Muskego 2.4 mi 8.7
Washington Elementary Waterford 2.8 mi 6.8
Norris Academy Mukwonago 2.6 mi
Norris Academy Virtual School Mukwonago 2.6 mi
Muskego High Muskego 3.2 mi 5.9
Mill Valley Elementary Muskego 4.1 mi 9.4
Lakeview Elementary Wind Lake 4.9 mi 9.3
Bay Lane Elementary Muskego 4.9 mi 8.9
Prairie Elementary Waukesha 7.2 mi 8.9
Heyer Elementary Waukesha 7.5 mi 6.6
Trailside Elementary Waterford 7.5 mi 6.8
West High Waukesha 6.9 mi 5.6
South High Waukesha 7.7 mi 5.1
Waukesha Academy of Health Professions Waukesha 7.7 mi 5.0
Waukesha Engineering Preparatory Academy Waukesha 7.7 mi 6.7
Fox River Middle Waterford 7.9 mi 7.7
Ronald Reagan Elementary New Berlin 7.1 mi 8.5
Evergreen Elementary Waterford 8.0 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53103 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$130,938

Median Home Value

$381,200

Median Rent

$1,069/mo

Population

3,573

College Educated

41.5%

Homeownership

94.6%

Avg Commute

28 min

Poverty Rate

1.7%

Median Age

50.8

Similar Schools

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N-Vision Learning Center Necedah, WI 5.2
OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN SCHOOL Grafton, WI 5.2
Odyssey Elementary Weston, WI 5.2
Ridgeland-Dallas Elementary Ridgeland, WI 5.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Christ Lutheran School

What grades does Christ Lutheran School serve?

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

How many students attend Christ Lutheran School?

Christ Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 81 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Christ Lutheran School is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Christ Lutheran School rank in WI?

Christ Lutheran School ranks #457 of 571 private schools in WI.

What is Christ Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?

Christ Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Christ Lutheran School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Christ Lutheran School has 0% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 0% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).

Is Christ Lutheran School a private school?

Yes, Christ 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 Christ Lutheran School a religious school?

Christ Lutheran School has a Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
48 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
81
Gender Split
49% M / 51% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
5
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
School Day
6.9 hours
Days Per Year
179 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Waukesha County

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