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#462 of 571 private schools in WI

Grace Lutheran School

Elementary School

N87W16173 KENWOOD BLVD, Menomonee Falls, WI 53051

Private

Enrollment

190

Student-Teacher

20.4:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Wisconsin private schools

#462 of 571

In Menomonee Falls

#6 of 7

public schools

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Grace Lutheran School

5.2/10

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

North Middle

6.4/10

0.3 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

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7.6/10

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About Grace Lutheran School

Grace Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Menomonee Falls, WI. Grace Lutheran School serves approximately 190 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 20.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Grace Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #462 of 571 private schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Grace Lutheran School show 11% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 11% 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 190 students, Grace 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.

Grace Lutheran School runs 20.4:1 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.

Grace 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 Grace Lutheran School compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Menomonee Falls, WI

Student-Teacher Ratio
20.4:1
This School
vs
17.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
190
This School
vs
484
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.2
This School
vs
5.9
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 76.3% vs 0%
Black 15.3% vs 0%
Asian 3.7% vs 0%
Hispanic 1.6% vs 0%
Grace Lutheran School Menomonee Falls Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Grace Lutheran School (this school) 5.2
North Middle 6.4
Riverside Elementary 7.6
Shady Lane Elementary 4.1
Benjamin Franklin Elementary and Early Learning Center 4.5
Valley View Elementary 7.0
Willow Springs Learning Center 3.3
Marcy 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- 1.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 20.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.3 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,190
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 8.7 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 39%
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
View breakdown
Enrollment 190
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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 11.1% (2025 FORWARD)
School
State
31.2% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 11.1% (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 76.3%
Black 15.3%
Asian 3.7%
Two or More 3.2%
Hispanic 1.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

N87W16173 KENWOOD BLVD, Menomonee Falls, WI 53051

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Grace Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Marcy Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 5.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lannon Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Lannon), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Riverside Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Menomonee Falls, see our Menomonee Falls schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.1 mi
School Distance Rating
North Middle Menomonee Falls 0.3 mi 6.4
Riverside Elementary Menomonee Falls 0.5 mi 7.6
BETHLEHEM EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Menomonee Falls 0.7 mi 4.3
Shady Lane Elementary Menomonee Falls 0.7 mi 4.1
County Line Elementary Germantown 1.5 mi 7.4
Benjamin Franklin Elementary and Early Learning Center Menomonee Falls 1.2 mi 4.5
Valley View Elementary Menomonee Falls 1.3 mi 7.0
Menomonee Falls High Menomonee Falls 1.4 mi 6.2
CALVARY BAPTIST SCHOOL Menomonee Falls 1.9 mi 6.9
CHESTERTON ACADEMY OF MILWAUKEE Menomonee Falls 2.3 mi 7.5
MacArthur Elementary Germantown 3.5 mi 6.4
FALLS BAPTIST ACADEMY Menomonee Falls 3.2 mi 8.1
Germantown High Germantown 3.6 mi 5.6
Kennedy Middle Germantown 3.8 mi 6.2
PILGRIM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Menomonee Falls 4.2 mi 7.2
Lannon Elementary Lannon 3.4 mi 8.4
ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Lannon 3.6 mi 5.8
River Trail School of Agricultural Science Milwaukee 4.3 mi 3.8
Goodrich Elementary Milwaukee 3.8 mi 4.6
Marcy Elementary Menomonee Falls 5.1 mi 8.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53051 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$98,423

Median Home Value

$341,700

Median Rent

$1,257/mo

Population

39,000

College Educated

48.8%

Homeownership

75%

Avg Commute

20.7 min

Poverty Rate

4.9%

Median Age

42

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OAKLAWN ACADEMY Edgerton, WI 5.2
ST PETER'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Reedsburg, WI 5.2
West Side Elementary Reedsburg, WI 5.2
Keefe Avenue Elementary Milwaukee, WI 5.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Grace Lutheran School

What grades does Grace Lutheran School serve?

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

How many students attend Grace Lutheran School?

Grace Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 190 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Grace Lutheran School is 20.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Grace Lutheran School rank in WI?

Grace Lutheran School ranks #462 of 571 private schools in WI.

What is Grace Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?

Grace 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 Grace Lutheran School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Grace Lutheran School has 11% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).

Is Grace Lutheran School a private school?

Yes, Grace 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 Grace Lutheran School a religious school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
76 Very Walkable
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
190
Gender Split
63% M / 37% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
9
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
170 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Waukesha County

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