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#276 of 571 private schools in WI
Top 48% of private schools
Good Shepherd Lutheran School
Elementary School
1611 E MAIN ST, Watertown, WI 53094
Enrollment
112
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
112
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Wisconsin private schools
#276 of 571
In Watertown
#5 of 9
public schools
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Good Shepherd Lutheran School
Elementary School in Watertown · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Good Shepherd Lutheran School
Good Shepherd Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Watertown, WI. Good Shepherd Lutheran School serves approximately 112 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Good Shepherd Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #276 of 571 private schools in WI.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 112 students, Good Shepherd 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 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 Lutheran School compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Watertown, WI
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Good Shepherd Lutheran School (this school) | 6.5 |
| Riverside Middle | 6.2 |
| Webster Elementary | 9.1 |
| eCampus Academy Charter School | 1.8 |
| Douglas Elementary | 7.7 |
| Lincoln Elementary | 8.3 |
| Schurz Elementary | 7.0 |
| Watertown 4 Kids | 3.2 |
| LEAP Elementary | 7.3 |
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
1611 E MAIN ST, Watertown, WI 53094
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Good Shepherd Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Webster Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lincoln Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Douglas Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Watertown, see our Watertown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Riverside Middle Watertown | 0.3 mi | 6.2 |
| LUTHER PREP Watertown | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Webster Elementary Watertown | 0.9 mi | 9.1 |
| ST JOHN'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Watertown | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Douglas Elementary Watertown | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| TRINITY-ST LUKES LUTHERAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Watertown | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| ST HENRY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Watertown | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| eCampus Academy Charter School Watertown | 1.3 mi | 1.8 |
| TRINITY-ST LUKES LUTHERAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Watertown | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Schurz Elementary Watertown | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Watertown 4 Kids Watertown | 1.7 mi | 3.2 |
| Lincoln Elementary Watertown | 1.6 mi | 8.3 |
| FAITH LUTHERAN SCHOOL Watertown | 2.0 mi | — |
| MARANATHA BAPTIST ACADEMY Watertown | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Watertown High Watertown | 2.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Endeavor Charter School Watertown | 2.3 mi | 6.7 |
| CALVARY BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Watertown | 2.8 mi | 7.0 |
| ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Ixonia | 3.7 mi | 5.4 |
| LEBANON LUTHERAN SCHOOL Watertown | 3.8 mi | 5.2 |
| LEAP Elementary Watertown | 4.3 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53094 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,973
Median Home Value
$223,900
Median Rent
$1,039/mo
Population
18,151
College Educated
22.2%
Homeownership
65.2%
Avg Commute
25.8 min
Poverty Rate
10%
Median Age
40
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mount Horeb Early Learning Center Mount Horeb, WI | 6.5 |
| ST JOHN'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Watertown, WI | 6.5 |
| ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Big Bend, WI | 6.5 |
| ST PAUL'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fort Atkinson, WI | 6.5 |
| Weston Elementary Cazenovia, WI | 6.5 |
| CATHEDRAL SCHOOL La Crosse, WI | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Good Shepherd Lutheran School
What grades does Good Shepherd Lutheran School serve?
Good Shepherd Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Good Shepherd Lutheran School?
Good Shepherd Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 112 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Good Shepherd Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at Good Shepherd Lutheran School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Good Shepherd Lutheran School rank in WI?
Good Shepherd Lutheran School ranks #276 of 571 private schools in WI.
What is Good Shepherd Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
Good Shepherd Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Lutheran School a private school?
Yes, Good Shepherd 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 Good Shepherd Lutheran School a religious school?
Good Shepherd Lutheran School has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 112
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 6.7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 174 days
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Jefferson County
- Phone
- (920) 261-2579
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