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#463 of 571 private schools in WI

Shining Star Christian Schools

Elementary School

4050 N 95TH ST, Milwaukee, WI 53222

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

463

Student-Teacher

26.3:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

463

Student-Teacher

26.3:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Wisconsin private schools

#463 of 571

In Milwaukee

#61 of 74

public schools

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About Shining Star Christian Schools

Shining Star Christian Schools is a private elementary school in Milwaukee, WI. Shining Star Christian Schools serves approximately 463 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 26.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Shining Star Christian Schools has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #463 of 571 private schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Shining Star Christian Schools show 5% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).

How it compares1.6 pts below WI schools

5.2

This school 5.2 · Average
WI avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

Shining Star Christian Schools runs 26.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Shining Star Christian Schools 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 Shining Star Christian Schools compares to 145 public schools serving similar grades in Milwaukee, WI

Student-Teacher Ratio

26.3:1

This School

21.1:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

463

This School

407

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.2

This School

5.0

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 89.8% vs 0%

Hispanic 6.7% vs 0%

White 0.9% vs 0%

Asian 0.2% vs 0%

Shining Star Christian Schools Milwaukee Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Shining Star Christian Schools (this school)	—	463	26.3:1	5.2
Ninety-Fifth Street Elementary	0.5 mi	424	21.2:1	4.7
Emerson Elementary	0.5 mi	202	13.5:1	3.5
Milwaukee German Immersion	0.9 mi	549	21.1:1	6.2
HAPA-Hmong American Peace Academy K3-12	1.0 mi	1,894	33.2:1	6.5
Milwaukee School of Languages	1.2 mi	951	16.4:1	4.7
Craig Montessori School	1.2 mi	257	21.4:1	3.1
Grantosa Drive Elementary	1.4 mi	551	21.2:1	3.6
Engleburg Elementary	1.4 mi	268	13.4:1	4.9
Eighty-First Street Elementary	1.5 mi	358	17.9:1	4.6
Parkview Elementary	1.6 mi	335	18.6:1	5.6
Milwaukee Environmental Science Academy	1.8 mi	295	32.8:1	5.8
Lancaster Elementary	2.1 mi	331	22.1:1	4.6
Bryant Elementary	2.1 mi	197	12.3:1	4.8
Carmen Mid/Hi Northwest Campus	2.4 mi	586	45.1:1	5.0
Kilbourn Elementary	2.4 mi	258	17.2:1	4.6
Rocketship Transformation Prep	2.5 mi	231	23.1:1	6.2
Congress Elementary	2.7 mi	699	18.4:1	3.8
Fifty-Third Street Elementary	2.7 mi	330	15:1	3.8
Browning Elementary	2.7 mi	288	19.2:1	4.4
Carson Academy	2.8 mi	332	15.8:1	4.1

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

D 1.4 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 26.3:1

Instructional Commitment

B+ 7.4 / 10

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School Day Length 7.4 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,258

Diversity & Inclusion

B+ 6.8 / 10

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Diversity Index 19%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.3 / 10

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Enrollment 463

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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 5.2% (2025 FORWARD)

School

State

47.2% (2025 FORWARD)

ELA Proficiency 11.3% (2025 FORWARD)

School

State

46.3% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 18 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Black 89.8%

Hispanic 6.7%

Two or More 2.4%

White 0.9%

Asian 0.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

4050 N 95TH ST, Milwaukee, WI 53222

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Shining Star Christian Schools may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. McKinley Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Wauwatosa), which scores notably higher. Another option is BLESSED SAVIOR SCHOOL-WEST CAMPUS (rated 6.8/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST MARGARET MARY (rated 6.7/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Milwaukee, see our Milwaukee schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
ST MARGARET MARY Milwaukee	0.3 mi	130	6.7
Ninety-Fifth Street Elementary Milwaukee	0.5 mi	424	4.7
MILWAUKEE LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Milwaukee	0.4 mi	858	5.1
Emerson Elementary Milwaukee	0.5 mi	202	3.5
DIVINE SAVIOR HOLY ANGELS HIGH SCHOOL Milwaukee	0.5 mi	680	6.9
Madison Elementary Wauwatosa	0.7 mi	254	6.7
HAPA-Hmong American Peace Academy K3-12 Milwaukee	1.0 mi	1,894	6.5
NORTHWEST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee	0.8 mi	225	6.2
Milwaukee German Immersion Milwaukee	0.9 mi	549	6.2
Milwaukee School of Languages Milwaukee	1.2 mi	951	4.7
Engleburg Elementary Milwaukee	1.4 mi	268	4.9
BLESSED SAVIOR SCHOOL-WEST CAMPUS Milwaukee	1.5 mi	138	6.8
Grantosa Drive Elementary Milwaukee	1.4 mi	551	3.6
Craig Montessori School Milwaukee	1.2 mi	257	3.1
Eighty-First Street Elementary Milwaukee	1.5 mi	358	4.6
Parkview Elementary Milwaukee	1.6 mi	335	5.6
UpGrade Media Arts Schools Wauwatosa	1.5 mi	10	—
McKinley Elementary Wauwatosa	2.0 mi	386	7.6
Whitman Middle Wauwatosa	1.9 mi	598	5.4
Bryant Elementary Milwaukee	2.1 mi	197	4.8

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
Fall Creek Elementary Fall Creek, WI	462	5.2
Highlands Elementary Appleton, WI	499	5.2
Honey Creek Elementary Milwaukee, WI	354	5.2
Humboldt Park Elementary Milwaukee, WI	589	5.2
Irving Elementary West Allis, WI	376	5.2
Kennedy Elementary Green Bay, WI	301	5.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Shining Star Christian Schools

What grades does Shining Star Christian Schools serve?

Shining Star Christian Schools serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Shining Star Christian Schools?

Shining Star Christian Schools has an enrollment of approximately 463 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Shining Star Christian Schools?

The student-teacher ratio at Shining Star Christian Schools is 26.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Shining Star Christian Schools rank in WI?

Shining Star Christian Schools ranks #463 of 571 private schools in WI.

What is Shining Star Christian Schools's MySchoolScout rating?

Shining Star Christian Schools has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Shining Star Christian Schools?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Shining Star Christian Schools has 5% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).

Is Shining Star Christian Schools a private school?

Yes, Shining Star Christian Schools is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Shining Star Christian Schools a religious school?

Shining Star Christian Schools has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 65 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score: 39 Some Transit
Bike Score: 51 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 463
Gender Split: 46% M / 54% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 26.3:1
Teachers (FTE): 18
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Christian, no specific denomination
School Day: 7.4 hours
Days Per Year: 170 days
Setting: Large City
County: Milwaukee County
Phone: (701) 238-3139

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