Very Good

#116 of 571 private schools in WI

Top 20% of private schools

Lighthouse Christian School

Elementary School

5202 REGENT ST, Madison, WI 53705

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

200

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

200

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Wisconsin private schools

#116 of 571

In Madison

#8 of 20

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About Lighthouse Christian School

Lighthouse Christian School is a private elementary school in Madison, WI. Lighthouse Christian School serves approximately 200 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Lighthouse Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #116 of 571 private schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Lighthouse Christian School show 18% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).

How it compares0.6 pts above WI schools

7.4

This school 7.4 · Very Good
WI avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

Lighthouse Christian 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.

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How Lighthouse Christian School compares to 49 public schools serving similar grades in Madison, WI

Student-Teacher Ratio

14.3:1

This School

12:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

200

This School

357

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

7.4

This School

6.7

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 59.5% vs 0%

Black 15.5% vs 0%

White 11% vs 0%

Asian 2% vs 0%

Lighthouse Christian School Madison Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Lighthouse Christian School (this school)	—	200	14.3:1	7.4
Stephens Elementary	0.5 mi	482	11.8:1	6.4
Hamilton Middle	0.6 mi	768	15.4:1	7.5
Van Hise Elementary	0.6 mi	421	15.6:1	8.7
Crestwood Elementary	0.8 mi	287	12.5:1	9.0
Spring Harbor Middle	0.9 mi	270	13.5:1	7.9
Midvale Elementary	1.3 mi	372	11.6:1	7.4
Muir Elementary	1.3 mi	418	12.7:1	6.3
Shorewood Hills Elementary	1.5 mi	382	12.7:1	9.4
Ezekiel Gillespie Middle School	1.6 mi	436	12.8:1	4.9
Thoreau Elementary	2.1 mi	398	11.7:1	8.3
Cherokee Heights Middle	2.1 mi	537	11.9:1	6.7
Milele Chikasa Anana Elementary School	2.2 mi	454	11.1:1	7.5
Orchard Ridge Elementary	2.4 mi	247	11.8:1	7.5
Toki Middle	2.4 mi	538	12.2:1	7.0
Randall Elementary School	2.6 mi	316	14.4:1	8.4
Huegel Elementary	3.2 mi	422	11.7:1	7.9
Leopold Elementary	3.7 mi	623	11.3:1	4.8
James Wright Middle	3.7 mi	259	11.3:1	6.4
4K PK Off Site	3.7 mi	594	12.6:1	5.5
Lincoln Elementary	4.1 mi	385	12:1	7.4

Showing 20 of 49 schools. View all schools in Madison

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

C+ 4.4 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 14.3:1

Instructional Commitment

A+ 9.8 / 10

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School Day Length 8 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,440

Diversity & Inclusion

A+ 9.5 / 10

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Diversity Index 60%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.3 / 10

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Enrollment 200

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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 18.2% (2025 FORWARD)

School

State

49.9% (2025 FORWARD)

ELA Proficiency 27.3% (2025 FORWARD)

School

State

49.4% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 14 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Hispanic 59.5%

Black 15.5%

Two or More 12.0%

White 11.0%

Asian 2.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

5202 REGENT ST, Madison, WI 53705

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lighthouse Christian School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Shorewood Hills Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Crestwood Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Van Hise Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Madison, see our Madison schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
HORIZON HIGH Madison	0.5 mi	10	—
Stephens Elementary Madison	0.5 mi	482	6.4
Hamilton Middle Madison	0.6 mi	768	7.5
Van Hise Elementary Madison	0.6 mi	421	8.7
Spring Harbor Middle Madison	0.9 mi	270	7.9
Crestwood Elementary Madison	0.8 mi	287	9.0
MONTESSORI CHILDRENS HOUSE Madison	1.4 mi	2	—
Midvale Elementary Madison	1.3 mi	372	7.4
OUR LADY QUEEN OF PEACE SCHOOL Madison	1.3 mi	441	6.0
Muir Elementary Madison	1.3 mi	418	6.3
Shorewood Hills Elementary Madison	1.5 mi	382	9.4
Capital High Madison	1.5 mi	123	8.0
MADINAH ACADEMY OF MADISON Madison	1.8 mi	91	8.5
Vel Phillips Memorial High School Madison	1.6 mi	2,005	6.2
Ezekiel Gillespie Middle School Madison	1.6 mi	436	4.9
Cherokee Heights Middle Madison	2.1 mi	537	6.7
ST MARIA GORETTI Madison	2.4 mi	320	6.2
Milele Chikasa Anana Elementary School Madison	2.2 mi	454	7.5
Thoreau Elementary Madison	2.1 mi	398	8.3
Orchard Ridge Elementary Madison	2.4 mi	247	7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53705 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$82,315

Median Home Value

$446,500

Median Rent

$1,322/mo

Population

25,045

College Educated

75.3%

Homeownership

47.8%

Avg Commute

18.3 min

Poverty Rate

12.4%

Median Age

34.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

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ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Berlin, WI	141	7.4
Black Hawk Elementary South Wayne, WI	169	7.4
Etude Elementary Sheboygan, WI	187	7.4
FATHER ALLOUEZ CATHOLIC SCHOOL Green Bay, WI	245	7.4
Flambeau Elementary Tony, WI	197	7.4
Grant Elementary Wisconsin Rapids, WI	266	7.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lighthouse Christian School

What grades does Lighthouse Christian School serve?

Lighthouse Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Lighthouse Christian School?

Lighthouse Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 200 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lighthouse Christian School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lighthouse Christian School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Lighthouse Christian School rank in WI?

Lighthouse Christian School ranks #116 of 571 private schools in WI.

What is Lighthouse Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lighthouse Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Lighthouse Christian School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lighthouse Christian School has 18% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).

Is Lighthouse Christian School a private school?

Yes, Lighthouse Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Lighthouse Christian School a religious school?

Lighthouse Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 41 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 45 Some Transit
Bike Score: 78 Very Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 200
Gender Split: 46% M / 54% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 14.3:1
Teachers (FTE): 14
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Christian, no specific denomination
School Day: 8 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large City
County: Dane County
Phone: (608) 441-9408

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