Very Good
#71 of 571 private schools in WI
Top 12% of private schools
Lumen Christi Catholic School
Elementary School
11300 N SAINT JAMES LN, Mequon, WI 53092
Enrollment
289
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
289
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Wisconsin private schools
#71 of 571
In Mequon
#1 of 2
public schools
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Lumen Christi Catholic School
Elementary School in Mequon · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Lumen Christi Catholic School
Lumen Christi Catholic School is a private elementary school in Mequon, WI. Lumen Christi Catholic School serves approximately 289 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Lumen Christi Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #71 of 571 private schools in WI.
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 9.1:1 students to teachers, Lumen Christi Catholic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Lumen Christi Catholic 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 Lumen Christi Catholic School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Mequon, WI
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Lumen Christi Catholic School (this school) | 7.7 |
| Lake Shore Middle | 8.6 |
| Donges Bay Elementary | 8.5 |
| Oriole Lane Elementary | 8.8 |
| Wilson Elementary | 8.2 |
| Steffen Middle | 8.1 |
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
11300 N SAINT JAMES LN, Mequon, WI 53092
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lumen Christi Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Indian Hill School (rated 9.8/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby River Hills), which scores notably higher. Another option is Oriole Lane Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Donges Bay Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mequon, see our Mequon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Shore Middle Mequon | 0.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Donges Bay Elementary Mequon | 1.2 mi | 8.5 |
| Homestead High Mequon | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Oriole Lane Elementary Mequon | 2.1 mi | 8.8 |
| UNIVERSITY SCHOOL-MILWAUKEE Milwaukee | 2.6 mi | 7.0 |
| CHRIST ALONE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Thiensville | 2.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Wilson Elementary Mequon | 2.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Steffen Middle Mequon | 2.5 mi | 8.1 |
| NEW WORLD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Mequon | 2.6 mi | — |
| Indian Hill School River Hills | 3.5 mi | 9.8 |
| Bayside Middle Milwaukee | 3.7 mi | 9.6 |
| Maple Dale School Fox Point | 4.1 mi | 9.1 |
| Brown Deer Elementary Brown Deer | 4.2 mi | 6.7 |
| INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY AND ACADEMICS Brown Deer | 4.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Brown Deer Middle/High Brown Deer | 4.5 mi | 6.6 |
| ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Glendale | 4.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Thoreau Elementary Milwaukee | 4.8 mi | 4.5 |
| RISEN SAVIOR LUTHERAN SCHOOL - EAST CAMPUS Milwaukee | 5.1 mi | 7.8 |
| CITY SCHOOL Milwaukee | 4.5 mi | 6.4 |
| ST EUGENE SCHOOL Fox Point | 5.0 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53092 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$126,431
Median Home Value
$440,200
Median Rent
$1,962/mo
Population
21,202
College Educated
68.8%
Homeownership
77.5%
Avg Commute
23.2 min
Poverty Rate
3%
Median Age
48.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bannach Elementary Stevens Point, WI | 7.7 |
| Douglas Elementary Watertown, WI | 7.7 |
| Green Tree Elementary West Bend, WI | 7.7 |
| HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Green Bay, WI | 7.7 |
| Juda Elementary Juda, WI | 7.7 |
| MacArthur Elementary Green Bay, WI | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lumen Christi Catholic School
What grades does Lumen Christi Catholic School serve?
Lumen Christi Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Lumen Christi Catholic School?
Lumen Christi Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 289 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lumen Christi Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lumen Christi Catholic School is 9.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Lumen Christi Catholic School rank in WI?
Lumen Christi Catholic School ranks #71 of 571 private schools in WI.
What is Lumen Christi Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lumen Christi Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Lumen Christi Catholic School a private school?
Yes, Lumen Christi Catholic School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Lumen Christi Catholic School a religious school?
Lumen Christi Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 289
- Gender Split
- 73% M / 27% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Ozaukee County
- Phone
- (262) 242-7960
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