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Martin Luther High School

High School

5201 S 76TH ST, Greendale, WI 53129

Private

Enrollment

629

Student-Teacher

15.9:1

Score

5.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Wisconsin private schools

#371 of 571

In Greendale

#2 of 2

public schools

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Martin Luther High School

5.9/10

High School in Greendale · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Canterbury Elementary

8.7/10

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About Martin Luther High School

Martin Luther High School is a private high school in Greendale, WI. Martin Luther High School serves approximately 629 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Martin Luther High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #371 of 571 private schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Martin Luther High School show 38% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).

How it compares0.4 pts above WI schools
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • WI avg 5.5

What Parents Should Know

Martin Luther High 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 Martin Luther High School compares to the 6 public schools in Greendale, WI

Student-Teacher Ratio
15.9:1
This School
vs
15.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
629
This School
vs
435
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.9
This School
vs
7.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 30.8% vs 0%
Hispanic 29.9% vs 0%
Black 29.1% vs 0%
Asian 6.5% vs 0%
Martin Luther High School Greendale Public Avg

All Schools in Greendale

School Rating
Martin Luther High School (this school) 5.9
Canterbury Elementary 8.7
Greendale Middle 7.8
Greendale High 4.9
College Park Elementary 9.3
Highland View Elementary 8.3
Time 4 Learning Charter School 3.3

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 3.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 15.9:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 5.7 / 10
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School Day Length 7.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,224
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A+ 10.0 / 10
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Diversity Index 72%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 5.8 / 10
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Enrollment 629
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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 37.6% (2025 FORWARD)
School
State
33.8% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 31.6% (2025 FORWARD)
School
State
35.6% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 8 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 30.8%
Hispanic 29.9%
Black 29.1%
Asian 6.5%
Two or More 2.2%
Native American 1.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

5201 S 76TH ST, Greendale, WI 53129

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Martin Luther High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Greendale High (rated 4.9/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Greenfield High (rated 4.7/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Greenfield), a more accessible option. Additionally, Hamilton High (rated 3.3/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Milwaukee), a more accessible option. For more schools in Greendale, see our Greendale schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Canterbury Elementary Greendale 0.7 mi 8.7
ST JACOBI EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Greenfield 0.7 mi 4.9
Greendale Middle Greendale 0.8 mi 7.8
Greendale High Greendale 1.1 mi 4.9
Maple Grove Elementary Greenfield 1.3 mi 4.5
ST ALPHONSUS SCHOOL Greendale 1.1 mi 7.9
ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST SCHOOL Greenfield 1.4 mi 7.9
Greenfield High Greenfield 1.3 mi 4.7
ST MARY PARISH SCHOOL Hales Corners 1.2 mi 7.1
ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee 1.7 mi 5.6
Academy of Accelerated Learning Milwaukee 2.0 mi 6.7
College Park Elementary Greendale 1.7 mi 9.3
Honey Creek Elementary Milwaukee 2.2 mi 5.2
Whitman Elementary Milwaukee 1.9 mi 5.0
Wedgewood Park School Milwaukee 2.2 mi 4.1
Highland View Elementary Greendale 1.8 mi 8.3
Time 4 Learning Charter School Greendale 1.8 mi 3.3
Hamilton High Milwaukee 2.2 mi 3.3
Edgewood Elementary Greenfield 1.9 mi 8.3
Alcott Elementary Milwaukee 2.5 mi 3.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53129 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$95,412

Median Home Value

$288,400

Median Rent

$1,177/mo

Population

14,607

College Educated

49.4%

Homeownership

68.7%

Avg Commute

21.9 min

Poverty Rate

7.9%

Median Age

41

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Martin Luther High School

What grades does Martin Luther High School serve?

Martin Luther High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Martin Luther High School?

Martin Luther High School has an enrollment of approximately 629 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Martin Luther High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Martin Luther High School is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Martin Luther High School rank in WI?

Martin Luther High School ranks #371 of 571 private schools in WI.

What is Martin Luther High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Martin Luther High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Martin Luther High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Martin Luther High School has 38% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).

Is Martin Luther High School a private school?

Yes, Martin Luther High 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 Martin Luther High School a religious school?

Martin Luther High School has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
64 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
629
Gender Split
47% M / 53% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
School Day
7.2 hours
Days Per Year
170 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Milwaukee County

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