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#383 of 571 private schools in WI

Salem Lutheran School

Elementary School

6844 N 107TH ST, Milwaukee, WI 53224

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

162

Student-Teacher

18:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

162

Student-Teacher

18:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Wisconsin private schools

#383 of 571

In Milwaukee

#47 of 74

public schools

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About Salem Lutheran School

Salem Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Milwaukee, WI. Salem Lutheran School serves approximately 162 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio. Salem Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #383 of 571 private schools in WI.

How it compares1.0 pts below WI schools

5.8

This school 5.8 · Average
WI avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

At 162 students, Salem 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.

Salem 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

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How Salem Lutheran School compares to 145 public schools serving similar grades in Milwaukee, WI

Student-Teacher Ratio

18:1

This School

21.1:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

162

This School

407

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.8

This School

5.0

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 49.4% vs 0%

White 21.6% vs 0%

Hispanic 3.1% vs 0%

Asian 2.5% vs 0%

Salem Lutheran School Milwaukee Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Salem Lutheran School (this school)	—	162	18:1	5.8
Maple Tree Elementary	0.2 mi	264	20.3:1	5.3
Bruce Elementary	1.1 mi	286	19.1:1	5.0
Stuart Elementary	1.3 mi	295	17.4:1	5.6
Darrell Lynn Hines Academy	1.3 mi	172	24.6:1	4.4
River Trail School of Agricultural Science	1.4 mi	403	17.5:1	3.8
Morse Mid	1.7 mi	416	24.5:1	3.0
Milwaukee Sign Language Elementary	1.7 mi	414	18:1	3.9
Goodrich Elementary	1.8 mi	288	14.4:1	4.6
Bryant Elementary	1.8 mi	197	12.3:1	4.8
Parkview Elementary	2.1 mi	335	18.6:1	5.6
Engleburg Elementary	2.3 mi	268	13.4:1	4.9
Milwaukee Scholars Charter School	2.5 mi	769	22:1	6.9
Carmen Mid/Hi Northwest Campus	2.7 mi	586	45.1:1	5.0
Kluge Elementary	2.8 mi	344	13.8:1	4.6
Grantosa Drive Elementary	2.9 mi	551	21.2:1	3.6
Rocketship Transformation Prep	2.9 mi	231	23.1:1	6.2
Barton Elementary	3.0 mi	259	16.2:1	4.9
Kilbourn Elementary	3.1 mi	258	17.2:1	4.6
HAPA-Hmong American Peace Academy K3-12	3.1 mi	1,894	33.2:1	6.5
Browning Elementary	3.2 mi	288	19.2:1	4.4

Showing 20 of 145 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- 2.3 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 18:1

Instructional Commitment

B- 5.0 / 10

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School Day Length 7.2 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,209.6

Diversity & Inclusion

A+ 9.8 / 10

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Diversity Index 65%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.3 / 10

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Enrollment 162

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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)

Black 49.4%

Two or More 22.8%

White 21.6%

Hispanic 3.1%

Asian 2.5%

Native American 0.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

6844 N 107TH ST, Milwaukee, WI 53224

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Salem Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NEW TESTAMENT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.4/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BLESSED SAVIOR SCHOOL-WEST CAMPUS (rated 6.8/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, GRANVILLE LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Milwaukee, see our Milwaukee schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Maple Tree Elementary Milwaukee	0.2 mi	264	5.3
MILWAUKEE SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Milwaukee	0.5 mi	191	6.8
Vincent Accelerated Academy Milwaukee	1.1 mi	49	4.6
Harold S Vincent School of Agricultural Science Milwaukee	1.1 mi	708	5.4
Bruce Elementary Milwaukee	1.1 mi	286	5.0
NEW TESTAMENT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Milwaukee	1.5 mi	126	7.4
River Trail School of Agricultural Science Milwaukee	1.4 mi	403	3.8
FALLS BAPTIST ACADEMY Menomonee Falls	1.2 mi	45	8.1
Darrell Lynn Hines Academy Milwaukee	1.3 mi	172	4.4
Stuart Elementary Milwaukee	1.3 mi	295	5.6
Goodrich Elementary Milwaukee	1.8 mi	288	4.6
GRANVILLE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee	1.8 mi	241	5.8
Bryant Elementary Milwaukee	1.8 mi	197	4.8
Parkview Elementary Milwaukee	2.1 mi	335	5.6
Morse Mid Milwaukee	1.7 mi	416	3.0
Milwaukee Sign Language Elementary Milwaukee	1.7 mi	414	3.9
James Madison Academic Campus Milwaukee	1.9 mi	595	4.9
Engleburg Elementary Milwaukee	2.3 mi	268	4.9
CHESTERTON ACADEMY OF MILWAUKEE Menomonee Falls	2.0 mi	90	7.5
BLESSED SAVIOR SCHOOL-WEST CAMPUS Milwaukee	2.4 mi	138	6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53224 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,727

Median Home Value

$194,600

Median Rent

$1,160/mo

Population

21,445

College Educated

27.2%

Homeownership

51.3%

Avg Commute

20.7 min

Poverty Rate

24.9%

Median Age

Similar Schools

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Kennedy Elementary Junction City, WI	171	5.8
Madison Elementary Manitowoc, WI	207	5.8
Owen-Withee Elementary Owen, WI	216	5.8
ST WILLIAM CATHOLIC SCHOOL Janesville, WI	182	5.8
Siren Elementary Siren, WI	192	5.8
DAVIDS STAR EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Jackson, WI	124	5.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Salem Lutheran School

What grades does Salem Lutheran School serve?

Salem Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Salem Lutheran School?

Salem Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 162 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Salem Lutheran School is 18:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Salem Lutheran School rank in WI?

Salem Lutheran School ranks #383 of 571 private schools in WI.

What is Salem Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?

Salem Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Salem Lutheran School a private school?

Yes, Salem Lutheran School is a private coeducational school with a Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran 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 Salem Lutheran School a religious school?

Salem Lutheran School has a Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 25 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 26 Some Transit
Bike Score: 26 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 162
Gender Split: 49% M / 51% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
Teachers (FTE): 9
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
School Day: 7.2 hours
Days Per Year: 168 days
Setting: Large City
County: Milwaukee County
Phone: (414) 353-8190

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