Very Good
#88 of 571 private schools in WI
Top 15% of private schools
Journeys Lutheran School
School
5425 S 111TH ST, Hales Corners, WI 53130
Enrollment
75
Student-Teacher
6.3:1
Score
7.6
Grades
3rd – 12th
Enrollment
75
Student-Teacher
6.3:1
Score
7.6
Grades
3rd – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Wisconsin private schools
#88 of 571
In Hales Corners
#1 of 3
public schools
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About Journeys Lutheran School
Journeys Lutheran School is a private school in Hales Corners, WI. Journeys Lutheran School serves approximately 75 students, and covers grades 3rd-12th, and has a 6.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Journeys Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #88 of 571 private schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Journeys Lutheran School show 0% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 0% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- WI avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 75 students, Journeys 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.
At 6.3:1 students to teachers, Journeys Lutheran School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Journeys 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 Journeys Lutheran School compares to the 2 public schools in Hales Corners, WI
Student Demographics
All Schools in Hales Corners
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Journeys Lutheran School (this school) | 7.6 |
| Edgerton Elementary | 8.7 |
| Hales Corners Elementary | 8.3 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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)
Based on 2 test records from WI state assessments. About our data
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
5425 S 111TH ST, Hales Corners, WI 53130
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Journeys Lutheran School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Edgerton Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hales Corners Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Eisenhower Middle/High (rated 8.2/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby New Berlin), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Hales Corners, see our Hales Corners schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hales Corners Elementary Hales Corners | 0.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Edgerton Elementary Hales Corners | 0.5 mi | 8.7 |
| CORE4 Greenfield | 0.5 mi | 3.5 |
| Whitnall Middle Greenfield | 0.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Whitnall High Greenfield | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| MESSIAH LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hales Corners | 0.8 mi | — |
| HALES CORNERS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hales Corners | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| ST MARY PARISH SCHOOL Hales Corners | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| ST JACOBI EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Greenfield | 1.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Elmwood Elementary New Berlin | 1.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Country Dale Elementary Franklin | 2.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Alcott Elementary Milwaukee | 2.5 mi | 3.5 |
| ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST SCHOOL Greenfield | 2.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Eisenhower Middle/High New Berlin | 2.4 mi | 8.2 |
| MARTIN LUTHER HIGH SCHOOL Greendale | 2.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Robinwood Elementary Franklin | 3.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Hoover Elementary New Berlin | 2.9 mi | 5.0 |
| ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Muskego | 2.5 mi | 4.5 |
| ST MATTHIAS PARISH SCHOOL Milwaukee | 3.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Mitchell Elementary West Allis | 3.4 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53130 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,806
Median Home Value
$290,400
Median Rent
$1,274/mo
Population
7,647
College Educated
41.7%
Homeownership
58.2%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
3.8%
Median Age
38.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| STEVENS POINT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Stevens Point, WI | 7.4 |
| FOND DU LAC CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fond Du Lac, WI | 7.8 |
| Mercer School Mercer, WI | 7.2 |
| WYLDEWOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Oshkosh, WI | 7.2 |
| FALLS BAPTIST ACADEMY Menomonee Falls, WI | 8.1 |
| ST AUGUSTINE SCHOOL Colgate, WI | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Journeys Lutheran School
What grades does Journeys Lutheran School serve?
Journeys Lutheran School serves students in grades 3rd through 12th.
How many students attend Journeys Lutheran School?
Journeys Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 75 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Journeys Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at Journeys Lutheran School is 6.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Journeys Lutheran School rank in WI?
Journeys Lutheran School ranks #88 of 571 private schools in WI.
What is Journeys Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
Journeys Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Journeys Lutheran School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Journeys Lutheran School has 0% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 0% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).
Is Journeys Lutheran School a private school?
Yes, Journeys 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 Journeys Lutheran School a religious school?
Journeys Lutheran School has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 3rd – 12th
- Enrollment
- 75
- Gender Split
- 61% M / 39% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Milwaukee County
- Phone
- (414) 461-8500
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