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#311 of 571 private schools in WI
St Luke Elementary School
Elementary School
1290 NACHREINER AVE, Plain, WI 53577
Enrollment
35
Student-Teacher
4.7:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
35
Student-Teacher
4.7:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#311 of 571
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St Luke Elementary School
Elementary School in Plain · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Luke Elementary School
St Luke Elementary School is a private elementary school in Plain, WI. St Luke Elementary School serves approximately 35 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 4.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Luke Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #311 of 571 private schools in WI.
- This school 6.2 · Average
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 35 students, St Luke Elementary 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.
At 4.7:1 students to teachers, St Luke Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Luke Elementary 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 St Luke Elementary School compares to the 1 public school in Plain, WI
Student Demographics
All Schools in Plain
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Luke Elementary School (this school) | 6.2 |
| River Valley Early Learning Center | 7.3 |
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
1290 NACHREINER AVE, Plain, WI 53577
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Luke Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. River Valley Early Learning Center (rated 7.3/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Weston Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 15.8 miles away, in nearby Cazenovia), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Ithaca Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 12.4 miles away, in nearby Richland Center), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Plain, see our Plain schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| River Valley Early Learning Center Plain | 0.1 mi | 7.3 |
| River Valley High Spring Green | 6.7 mi | 6.1 |
| ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST SCHOOL Spring Green | 6.9 mi | 6.2 |
| River Valley Middle Spring Green | 6.9 mi | 7.2 |
| River Valley Elementary Spring Green | 6.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Tower Rock Elementary Prairie Du Sac | 8.1 mi | 6.2 |
| WALNUT GROVE AMISH SCHOOL Hillpoint | 11.1 mi | — |
| PLEASANT VIEW AMISH SCHOOL Hillpoint | 11.1 mi | — |
| RUSTIC RIDGE AMISH SCHOOL Hillpoint | 10.8 mi | 2.6 |
| TUCKERTOWN AMISH SCHOOL Hillpoint | 10.8 mi | — |
| Ithaca Elementary Richland Center | 12.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Ithaca High Richland Center | 12.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Ithaca Middle Richland Center | 12.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Reedsburg Area High Reedsburg | 17.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Weston Elementary Cazenovia | 15.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Weston Sr High School Cazenovia | 15.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Weston Jr High School Cazenovia | 15.8 mi | 7.5 |
| 4K Community-Based Reedsburg | 17.5 mi | 3.5 |
| West Side Elementary Reedsburg | 17.6 mi | 5.2 |
| ST PETER'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Reedsburg | 18.0 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53577 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$88,750
Median Home Value
$247,800
Median Rent
$970/mo
Population
1,305
College Educated
26.3%
Homeownership
74.6%
Avg Commute
31.1 min
Poverty Rate
8.8%
Median Age
40.5
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ST JOHN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Wausau, WI | 6.2 |
| ST JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC SCHOOL Edgar, WI | 6.1 |
| ST PAULS EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Algoma, WI | 6.1 |
| BETHANY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hustisford, WI | 6.4 |
| MOST PRECIOUS BLOOD PARISH CATHOLIC SCHOOL New London, WI | 6.4 |
| SS PETER & PAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Independence, WI | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Luke Elementary School
What grades does St Luke Elementary School serve?
St Luke Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Luke Elementary School?
St Luke Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 35 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Luke Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Luke Elementary School is 4.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Luke Elementary School rank in WI?
St Luke Elementary School ranks #311 of 571 private schools in WI.
What is St Luke Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Luke Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Luke Elementary School a private school?
Yes, St Luke Elementary School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic 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 Luke Elementary School a religious school?
St Luke Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 35
- Gender Split
- 69% M / 31% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 174 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Sauk County
- Phone
- (608) 546-2963
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