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#296 of 571 private schools in WI
Mt Calvary Lutheran School
Elementary School
2862 N 53RD ST, Milwaukee, WI 53210
Enrollment
147
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
147
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Wisconsin private schools
#296 of 571
In Milwaukee
#38 of 74
public schools
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Mt Calvary Lutheran School
Elementary School in Milwaukee · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mt Calvary Lutheran School
Mt Calvary Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Milwaukee, WI. Mt Calvary Lutheran School serves approximately 147 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Mt Calvary Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #296 of 571 private schools in WI.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 147 students, Mt Calvary Lutheran School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Mt Calvary Lutheran 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 Mt Calvary Lutheran School compares to 145 public schools serving similar grades in Milwaukee, WI
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mt Calvary Lutheran School (this school) | 6.3 |
| Sherman Elementary | 4.4 |
| Milwaukee Math and Science Academy | 6.3 |
| Milwaukee French Immersion | 5.0 |
| Fifty-Third Street Elementary | 3.8 |
| Hi-Mount Elementary | 4.0 |
| Townsend Street Elementary | 4.0 |
| Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 38th Street | 6.8 |
| Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 36th Street Campus | 6.3 |
| Neeskara Elementary | 3.4 |
| Carson Academy | 4.1 |
| Metcalfe Elementary | 4.7 |
| Milwaukee Environmental Science Academy | 5.8 |
| Next Door Charter | 4.4 |
| Clarke Street Elementary | 4.3 |
| Westside Academy | 5.5 |
| Eighty-First Street Elementary | 4.6 |
| Central City Cyberschool | 3.5 |
| Bethune Academy | 4.4 |
| Starms Early Childhood | 3.8 |
| Clemens Elementary | 4.2 |
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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
2862 N 53RD ST, Milwaukee, WI 53210
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mt Calvary Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MOTHER OF GOOD COUNSEL (rated 7.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Washington Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Wauwatosa), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST SEBASTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Milwaukee, see our Milwaukee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53210 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$45,268
Median Home Value
$153,400
Median Rent
$1,044/mo
Population
24,605
College Educated
22.6%
Homeownership
41.9%
Avg Commute
23.1 min
Poverty Rate
30.4%
Median Age
32.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Almond-Bancroft Elementary Almond, WI | 6.3 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Wisconsin Rapids, WI | 6.3 |
| MORNING STAR LUTHERAN SCHOOL Jackson, WI | 6.3 |
| Oxford Elementary Oxford, WI | 6.3 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Racine, WI | 6.3 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Franklin, WI | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mt Calvary Lutheran School
What grades does Mt Calvary Lutheran School serve?
Mt Calvary Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Mt Calvary Lutheran School?
Mt Calvary Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 147 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mt Calvary Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mt Calvary Lutheran School is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Mt Calvary Lutheran School rank in WI?
Mt Calvary Lutheran School ranks #296 of 571 private schools in WI.
What is Mt Calvary Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mt Calvary Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Mt Calvary Lutheran School a private school?
Yes, Mt Calvary Lutheran 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 Mt Calvary Lutheran School a religious school?
Mt Calvary Lutheran School has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 147
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Milwaukee County
- Phone
- (414) 873-3466
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