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#496 of 571 private schools in WI

St Jacobi Evangelical Lutheran School

Elementary School

8605 W FOREST HOME AVE, Greenfield, WI 53228

Private

Enrollment

204

Student-Teacher

156.9:1

Score

4.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Wisconsin private schools

#496 of 571

In Greenfield

#3 of 3

public schools

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St Jacobi Evangelical Lutheran School

4.9/10

Elementary School in Greenfield · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About St Jacobi Evangelical Lutheran School

St Jacobi Evangelical Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Greenfield, WI. St Jacobi Evangelical Lutheran School serves approximately 204 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 156.9:1 student-teacher ratio. St Jacobi Evangelical Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #496 of 571 private schools in WI.

How it compares1.9 pts below WI schools
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • WI avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

St Jacobi Evangelical Lutheran School runs 156.9:1 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.

St Jacobi Evangelical 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 St Jacobi Evangelical Lutheran School compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Greenfield, WI

Student-Teacher Ratio
156.9:1
This School
vs
15:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
204
This School
vs
423
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.9
This School
vs
6.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 85.8% vs 0%
Hispanic 10.3% vs 0%
Black 1% vs 0%
Asian 1% vs 0%
St Jacobi Evangelical Lutheran School Greenfield Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St Jacobi Evangelical Lutheran School (this school) 4.9
Maple Grove Elementary 4.5
CORE4 3.5
Whitnall Middle 7.6
Edgewood Elementary 8.3
Glenwood Elementary 5.9
Elm Dale Elementary 7.7
Greenfield Middle 6.1

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
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
D 1.2 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 156.9:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 5.6 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.1 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,221.2
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 7.5 / 10
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Diversity Index 25%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 204
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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)

White 85.8%
Hispanic 10.3%
Two or More 1.5%
Black 1.0%
Asian 1.0%
Native American 0.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

8605 W FOREST HOME AVE, Greenfield, WI 53228

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Jacobi Evangelical Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Canterbury Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Greendale), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hales Corners Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Hales Corners), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST MATTHIAS PARISH SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Milwaukee), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Greenfield, see our Greenfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST SCHOOL Greenfield 0.9 mi 7.9
MARTIN LUTHER HIGH SCHOOL Greendale 0.7 mi 5.9
ST MARY PARISH SCHOOL Hales Corners 0.8 mi 7.1
Maple Grove Elementary Greenfield 1.3 mi 4.5
Academy of Accelerated Learning Milwaukee 1.6 mi 6.7
Canterbury Elementary Greendale 1.4 mi 8.7
Greendale Middle Greendale 1.5 mi 7.8
ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee 1.6 mi 5.6
Alcott Elementary Milwaukee 1.9 mi 3.5
Greendale High Greendale 1.8 mi 4.9
ST MATTHIAS PARISH SCHOOL Milwaukee 2.2 mi 8.0
ST ALPHONSUS SCHOOL Greendale 1.8 mi 7.9
Honey Creek Elementary Milwaukee 2.0 mi 5.2
Greenfield High Greenfield 1.7 mi 4.7
JOURNEYS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hales Corners 1.8 mi 7.6
Wedgewood Park School Milwaukee 2.1 mi 4.1
Whitnall High Greenfield 1.9 mi 5.1
GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY West Allis 2.6 mi 7.0
Hamilton High Milwaukee 2.2 mi 3.3
Hales Corners Elementary Hales Corners 2.1 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53228 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,288

Median Home Value

$254,700

Median Rent

$1,220/mo

Population

15,084

College Educated

36.4%

Homeownership

53.7%

Avg Commute

21.6 min

Poverty Rate

8%

Median Age

43.9

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Barton Elementary Milwaukee, WI 4.9
Beaumont Elementary Green Bay, WI 4.9
Engleburg Elementary Milwaukee, WI 4.9
John Marshall Elementary Wausau, WI 4.9
Longfellow Elementary Sheboygan, WI 4.9
Menominee Tribal School Neopit, WI 4.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Jacobi Evangelical Lutheran School

What grades does St Jacobi Evangelical Lutheran School serve?

St Jacobi Evangelical Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St Jacobi Evangelical Lutheran School?

St Jacobi Evangelical Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 204 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Jacobi Evangelical Lutheran School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Jacobi Evangelical Lutheran School is 156.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Jacobi Evangelical Lutheran School rank in WI?

St Jacobi Evangelical Lutheran School ranks #496 of 571 private schools in WI.

What is St Jacobi Evangelical Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Jacobi Evangelical Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Jacobi Evangelical Lutheran School a private school?

Yes, St Jacobi Evangelical 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 St Jacobi Evangelical Lutheran School a religious school?

St Jacobi Evangelical Lutheran School has a Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
45 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
37 Some Transit
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
204
Gender Split
61% M / 39% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
156.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
1
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
School Day
7.1 hours
Days Per Year
172 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Milwaukee County

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