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#469 of 571 private schools in WI

Milwaukee Lutheran High School

High School

9700 W GRANTOSA DR, Milwaukee, WI 53222

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

858

Student-Teacher

17.9:1

Score

5.1

Grades

9th – 12th

Enrollment

858

Student-Teacher

17.9:1

Score

5.1

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Wisconsin private schools

#469 of 571

In Milwaukee

#62 of 74

public schools

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About Milwaukee Lutheran High School

Milwaukee Lutheran High School is a private high school in Milwaukee, WI. Milwaukee Lutheran High School serves approximately 858 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Milwaukee Lutheran High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #469 of 571 private schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Milwaukee Lutheran High School show 12% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).

How it compares0.4 pts below WI schools

5.1

This school 5.1 · Average
WI avg 5.5

What Parents Should Know

Milwaukee Lutheran 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.

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How Milwaukee Lutheran High School compares to 46 public schools serving similar grades in Milwaukee, WI

Student-Teacher Ratio

17.9:1

This School

22.5:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

858

This School

581

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.1

This School

5.0

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 88.2% vs 0%

White 5.8% vs 0%

Asian 1.9% vs 0%

Milwaukee Lutheran High School Milwaukee Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Milwaukee Lutheran High School (this school)	—	858	17.9:1	5.1
HAPA-Hmong American Peace Academy K3-12	0.9 mi	1,894	33.2:1	6.5
Milwaukee School of Languages	1.7 mi	951	16.4:1	4.7
Marshall High	2.1 mi	692	15:1	4.1
Carmen Mid/Hi Northwest Campus	2.2 mi	586	45.1:1	5.0
James Madison Academic Campus	2.3 mi	595	17:1	4.9
Central City Cyberschool	3.3 mi	378	19.9:1	3.5
Obama School of Career and Technical Education	3.4 mi	1,226	34.1:1	4.5
Banner Preparatory School of Milwaukee	3.9 mi	44	14.7:1	8.1
ASSATA High	3.9 mi	116	38.7:1	4.5
WHS Information Technology	4.0 mi	379	18.9:1	4.5
Vincent Accelerated Academy	4.0 mi	49	24.5:1	4.6
Harold S Vincent School of Agricultural Science	4.0 mi	708	15.1:1	5.4
Green Tree Preparatory Academy	4.3 mi	496	33.1:1	4.2
Dr Howard Fuller Collegiate Academy	4.3 mi	312	12.5:1	5.1
Transition High	4.8 mi	88	8.8:1	6.0
Milwaukee Excellence Charter School	4.8 mi	269	53.8:1	3.0
NOVA-Northwest Opportunities Vocational Academy	4.9 mi	117	39:1	4.8
MacDowell Montessori School K3-12	4.9 mi	860	18.3:1	7.5
King International	5.1 mi	1,339	19.1:1	5.7
Groppi High	5.5 mi	102	12.8:1	6.1

Showing 20 of 46 schools. View all schools in Milwaukee

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- 2.4 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 17.9:1

Instructional Commitment

A- 8.4 / 10

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School Day Length 7.3 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,277.5

Diversity & Inclusion

B+ 7.2 / 10

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Diversity Index 22%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

B- 4.5 / 10

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Enrollment 858

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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 12.0% (2025 FORWARD)

School

State

33.8% (2025 FORWARD)

ELA Proficiency 14.9% (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)

Black 88.2%

White 5.8%

Two or More 4.1%

Asian 1.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

9700 W GRANTOSA DR, Milwaukee, WI 53222

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Milwaukee Lutheran High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. DIVINE SAVIOR HOLY ANGELS HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Milwaukee School of Languages (rated 4.7/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Milwaukee, see our Milwaukee schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Madison Elementary Wauwatosa	0.3 mi	254	6.7
DIVINE SAVIOR HOLY ANGELS HIGH SCHOOL Milwaukee	0.3 mi	680	6.9
SHINING STAR CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Milwaukee	0.4 mi	463	5.2
Emerson Elementary Milwaukee	0.4 mi	202	3.5
ST MARGARET MARY Milwaukee	0.7 mi	130	6.7
Ninety-Fifth Street Elementary Milwaukee	0.9 mi	424	4.7
Engleburg Elementary Milwaukee	1.1 mi	268	4.9
HAPA-Hmong American Peace Academy K3-12 Milwaukee	0.9 mi	1,894	6.5
Parkview Elementary Milwaukee	1.2 mi	335	5.6
NORTHWEST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee	1.1 mi	225	6.2
BLESSED SAVIOR SCHOOL-WEST CAMPUS Milwaukee	1.3 mi	138	6.8
Milwaukee German Immersion Milwaukee	1.3 mi	549	6.2
Grantosa Drive Elementary Milwaukee	1.3 mi	551	3.6
Milwaukee School of Languages Milwaukee	1.7 mi	951	4.7
Craig Montessori School Milwaukee	1.3 mi	257	3.1
Bryant Elementary Milwaukee	1.8 mi	197	4.8
UpGrade Media Arts Schools Wauwatosa	1.7 mi	10	—
Eighty-First Street Elementary Milwaukee	2.0 mi	358	4.6
Whitman Middle Wauwatosa	2.2 mi	598	5.4
GREATER HOLY TEMPLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Milwaukee	2.0 mi	435	6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53222 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,523

Median Home Value

$202,100

Median Rent

$1,026/mo

Population

24,400

College Educated

44%

Homeownership

66.7%

Avg Commute

21.1 min

Poverty Rate

11.1%

Median Age

35.8

Similar Schools

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

School	Enrollment	Rating
Reedsburg Area High Reedsburg, WI	889	5.1
River Falls High River Falls, WI	1,082	5.1
South High Waukesha, WI	879	5.1
Whitnall High Greenfield, WI	834	5.1
Carmen Mid/Hi Northwest Campus Milwaukee, WI	586	5.0
East High Wausau, WI	897	5.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Milwaukee Lutheran High School

What grades does Milwaukee Lutheran High School serve?

Milwaukee Lutheran High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Milwaukee Lutheran High School?

Milwaukee Lutheran High School has an enrollment of approximately 858 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Milwaukee Lutheran High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Milwaukee Lutheran High School is 17.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Milwaukee Lutheran High School rank in WI?

Milwaukee Lutheran High School ranks #469 of 571 private schools in WI.

What is Milwaukee Lutheran High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Milwaukee Lutheran High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Milwaukee Lutheran High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Milwaukee Lutheran High School has 12% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).

Is Milwaukee Lutheran High School a private school?

Yes, Milwaukee Lutheran 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 Milwaukee Lutheran High School a religious school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 31 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 39 Some Transit
Bike Score: 40 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: 9th – 12th
Enrollment: 858
Gender Split: 47% M / 53% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 17.9:1
Teachers (FTE): 48
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
School Day: 7.3 hours
Days Per Year: 175 days
Setting: Large City
County: Milwaukee County
Phone: (414) 461-6000

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