Needs Improvement
#553 of 571 private schools in WI
Good Shepherd Evangelical Lutheran School
School
10611 STATE HIGHWAY 13 S, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494
Enrollment
128
Student-Teacher
38.8:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
128
Student-Teacher
38.8:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Wisconsin private schools
#553 of 571
In Wisconsin Rapids
#6 of 6
public schools
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Good Shepherd Evangelical Lutheran School
School in Wisconsin Rapids · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Good Shepherd Evangelical Lutheran School
Good Shepherd Evangelical Lutheran School is a private school in Wisconsin Rapids, WI. Good Shepherd Evangelical Lutheran School serves approximately 128 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 38.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Good Shepherd Evangelical Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #553 of 571 private schools in WI.
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- WI avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 128 students, Good Shepherd 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.
Good Shepherd Evangelical Lutheran School runs 38.8:1 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.
Good Shepherd 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 Good Shepherd Evangelical Lutheran School compares to 11 public schools serving similar grades in Wisconsin Rapids, WI
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Good Shepherd Evangelical Lutheran School (this school) | 3.9 |
| Woodside Elementary | 5.2 |
| Grove Elementary | 6.6 |
| Lincoln High | 4.7 |
| River Cities High | 5.6 |
| Wisconsin Rapids Area Middle | 5.6 |
| Pitsch Early Learning Center | 3.7 |
| Central Oaks Academy | 4.6 |
| Grant Elementary | 7.4 |
| Howe Elementary | 7.3 |
| Mead Elementary | 5.7 |
| Washington Elementary | 6.5 |
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.
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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
10611 STATE HIGHWAY 13 S, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Good Shepherd Evangelical Lutheran School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Howe Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 6.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is OUR LADY QUEEN OF HEAVEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 6.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, John Edwards Middle (rated 6.8/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Port Edwards), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wisconsin Rapids, see our Wisconsin Rapids schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Woodside Elementary Wisconsin Rapids | 4.5 mi | 5.2 |
| John Edwards Middle Port Edwards | 4.2 mi | 6.8 |
| John Edwards High Port Edwards | 4.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Grove Elementary Wisconsin Rapids | 5.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Port Edwards Ed Heuer Elementary School Port Edwards | 4.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Lincoln High Wisconsin Rapids | 5.4 mi | 4.7 |
| ST VINCENT DE PAUL SCHOOL Wisconsin Rapids | 5.9 mi | 6.7 |
| River Cities High Wisconsin Rapids | 5.6 mi | 5.6 |
| ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Wisconsin Rapids | 6.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Pitsch Early Learning Center Wisconsin Rapids | 6.1 mi | 3.7 |
| Central Oaks Academy Wisconsin Rapids | 6.1 mi | 4.6 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Wisconsin Rapids | 6.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Howe Elementary Wisconsin Rapids | 6.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Wisconsin Rapids Area Middle Wisconsin Rapids | 6.0 mi | 5.6 |
| OUR LADY QUEEN OF HEAVEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wisconsin Rapids | 6.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Humke Elementary Nekoosa | 4.8 mi | 4.8 |
| ST PAULS EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Wisconsin Rapids | 6.8 mi | 4.2 |
| Washington Elementary Wisconsin Rapids | 6.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Nekoosa High Nekoosa | 5.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Nekoosa Academy Nekoosa | 5.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 54494 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,087
Median Home Value
$170,800
Median Rent
$954/mo
Population
27,516
College Educated
22.9%
Homeownership
78.3%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
6.9%
Median Age
45.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Good Shepherd Evangelical Lutheran School
What grades does Good Shepherd Evangelical Lutheran School serve?
Good Shepherd Evangelical Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Good Shepherd Evangelical Lutheran School?
Good Shepherd Evangelical Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 128 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Good Shepherd Evangelical Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at Good Shepherd Evangelical Lutheran School is 38.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Good Shepherd Evangelical Lutheran School rank in WI?
Good Shepherd Evangelical Lutheran School ranks #553 of 571 private schools in WI.
What is Good Shepherd Evangelical Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
Good Shepherd Evangelical Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Good Shepherd Evangelical Lutheran School a private school?
Yes, Good Shepherd 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 Good Shepherd Evangelical Lutheran School a religious school?
Good Shepherd Evangelical Lutheran School has a Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 128
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 38.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 160 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Wood County
- Phone
- (715) 325-3355
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