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Messiah Lutheran School

Elementary School

12145 W EDGERTON AVE, Hales Corners, WI 53130

Private

Enrollment

17

Student-Teacher

5.5:1

Grades

Kindergarten – 7th

Updated 2021-22

About Messiah Lutheran School

Messiah Lutheran School is an Other Lutheran private elementary school in Hales Corners, WI 53130. The school serves approximately 17 students in grades Kindergarten – 7th with a student-teacher ratio of 5.5:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $86,806, where 42% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large suburban setting.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 17 students, Messiah Lutheran School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 5.5:1, Messiah Lutheran School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

As a private school, Messiah Lutheran School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Messiah Lutheran School compares to the 2 public schools in Hales Corners, WI

Student-Teacher Ratio
5.5:1
This School
vs
13.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
17
This School
vs
443
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 100% vs 0%
Messiah Lutheran School Hales Corners Public Avg

All Schools in Hales Corners

School Rating
Messiah Lutheran School (this school)
Edgerton Elementary 7.1
Hales Corners Elementary 8.0

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

School Profile

Limited Data
Grades
Kindergarten – 7th
Enrollment
17 students
Type
Private · Other Lutheran
Student-Teacher Ratio
5.5:1
Address
12145 W EDGERTON AVE, Hales Corners, WI 53130
Phone
(414) 427-9337
Data Year
SY 2021-22
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We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in WI aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.

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Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 100.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

12145 W EDGERTON AVE, Hales Corners, WI 53130

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Messiah Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hales Corners Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.0 miles away). Another option is ST MATTHIAS PARISH SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Milwaukee). Additionally, ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Greenfield). For more schools in Hales Corners, see our Hales Corners schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Whitnall Middle Greenfield 0.4 mi 7.9
Edgerton Elementary Hales Corners 0.4 mi 7.1
CORE4 Greenfield 0.4 mi 5.4
Whitnall High Greenfield 0.5 mi 5.4
JOURNEYS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hales Corners 0.8 mi 7.6
HALES CORNERS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hales Corners 1.1 mi 5.6
Hales Corners Elementary Hales Corners 1.0 mi 8.0
Elmwood Elementary New Berlin 1.6 mi 6.6
Eisenhower Middle/High New Berlin 1.6 mi 7.9
ST MARY PARISH SCHOOL Hales Corners 1.7 mi 7.1
Hoover Elementary New Berlin 2.4 mi 4.2
ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Muskego 2.3 mi 4.5
HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS New Berlin 2.4 mi 8.2
Country Dale Elementary Franklin 2.9 mi 7.0
Alcott Elementary Milwaukee 2.5 mi 4.8
ST JACOBI EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Greenfield 2.4 mi 4.9
ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST SCHOOL Greenfield 2.6 mi 7.9
Mitchell Elementary West Allis 3.2 mi 6.1
Muskego Lakes Middle Muskego 3.5 mi 8.0
ST MATTHIAS PARISH SCHOOL Milwaukee 3.1 mi 8.0

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

Community Profile

The community surrounding Messiah Lutheran School has a median household income of $86,806. It is a well-educated community where 42% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $290,400, with a median rent of $1,274/month. The local poverty rate of 3.8% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Messiah Lutheran School

What grades does Messiah Lutheran School serve?

Messiah Lutheran School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 7th.

How many students attend Messiah Lutheran School?

Messiah Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 17 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Messiah Lutheran School is 5.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

Is Messiah Lutheran School a private school?

Yes, Messiah Lutheran School is a private coeducational school with a Other Lutheran affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Messiah Lutheran School a religious school?

Messiah Lutheran School has a Other Lutheran religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
Elevated (745/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Hales Corners). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 7th
Enrollment
17
Gender Split
29% M / 71% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
5.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
3
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Other Lutheran
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
170 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
MILWAUKEE
Data Year
2022–2023

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