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#531 of 571 private schools in WI

Emanuel Lutheran School

Elementary School

200 E QUINCY ST, New London, WI 54961

Private

Enrollment

185

Student-Teacher

17.5:1

Score

4.4

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Wisconsin private schools

#531 of 571

In New London

#3 of 3

public schools

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Emanuel Lutheran School

4.4/10

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

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About Emanuel Lutheran School

Emanuel Lutheran School is a private elementary school in New London, WI. Emanuel Lutheran School serves approximately 185 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Emanuel Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #531 of 571 private schools in WI.

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

How it compares2.4 pts below WI schools
  • This school 4.4 · Below Average
  • WI avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

At 185 students, Emanuel 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.

Emanuel 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 Emanuel Lutheran School compares to the 6 public schools in New London, WI

Student-Teacher Ratio
17.5:1
This School
vs
14:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
185
This School
vs
322
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.4
This School
vs
7.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 96.8% vs 0%
Black 0.5% vs 0%
Hispanic 0.5% vs 0%
Emanuel Lutheran School New London Public Avg

All Schools in New London

School Rating
Emanuel Lutheran School (this school) 4.4
Lincoln Elementary 8.1
Catalyst Academy
New London Middle 7.2
Parkview Elementary 8.9
New London High 5.4
Sugar Bush Elementary 6.3

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 2.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 17.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 5.6 / 10
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School Day Length 7.1 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,221.2
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C 3.1 / 10
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Diversity Index 2%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 10
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Enrollment 185
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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
31.2% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 0.0% (2025 FORWARD)
School
State
34.4% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 2 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 96.8%
Native American 2.2%
Black 0.5%
Hispanic 0.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

200 E QUINCY ST, New London, WI 54961

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Emanuel Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Parkview Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Shiocton Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Shiocton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lincoln Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New London, see our New London schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.1 mi
School Distance Rating
MOST PRECIOUS BLOOD PARISH CATHOLIC SCHOOL New London 0.1 mi 6.4
Lincoln Elementary New London 0.1 mi 8.1
Catalyst Academy New London 0.4 mi
New London Middle New London 0.6 mi 7.2
Parkview Elementary New London 0.7 mi 8.9
New London High New London 1.4 mi 5.4
Sugar Bush Elementary New London 6.7 mi 6.3
BETHLEHEM EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hortonville 6.0 mi 3.6
Hortonville High Hortonville 6.1 mi 5.2
Readfield Elementary Readfield 8.0 mi 7.2
Hortonville Elementary Hortonville 6.2 mi 7.1
Hortonville Middle Hortonville 6.3 mi 8.0
Fox West Academy Hortonville 6.3 mi 7.3
STARR ACADEMY New London 7.5 mi 6.9
Shiocton Elementary Shiocton 9.0 mi 8.3
Shiocton High Shiocton 9.0 mi 4.8
Fremont Elementary Fremont 10.8 mi 7.7
Fremont STEM Academy Inc. Fremont 10.8 mi
Manawa Elementary Manawa 9.8 mi 6.1
Little Wolf High Manawa 10.1 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 54961 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,337

Median Home Value

$196,600

Median Rent

$841/mo

Population

14,310

College Educated

17.9%

Homeownership

69.8%

Avg Commute

28.1 min

Poverty Rate

11.2%

Median Age

40.5

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Wausaukee Elementary Wausaukee, WI 4.4
Bayfield Elementary Bayfield, WI 4.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Emanuel Lutheran School

What grades does Emanuel Lutheran School serve?

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

How many students attend Emanuel Lutheran School?

Emanuel Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 185 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Emanuel Lutheran School is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Emanuel Lutheran School rank in WI?

Emanuel Lutheran School ranks #531 of 571 private schools in WI.

What is Emanuel Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?

Emanuel Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Emanuel Lutheran School?

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

Is Emanuel Lutheran School a private school?

Yes, Emanuel 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 Emanuel Lutheran School a religious school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
57 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
62 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
185
Gender Split
52% M / 48% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
11
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
School Day
7.1 hours
Days Per Year
172 days
Setting
Distant Town
County
Waupaca County

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