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#436 of 571 private schools in WI

St Luke's Lutheran School

Elementary School

245 S 2ND ST, Oakfield, WI 53065

Private

Enrollment

70

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#436 of 571

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St Luke's Lutheran School

5.4/10

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

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9.5/10

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5.3/10

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About St Luke's Lutheran School

St Luke's Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Oakfield, WI. St Luke's Lutheran School serves approximately 70 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St Luke's Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #436 of 571 private schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for St Luke's Lutheran School show 67% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).

How it compares1.4 pts below WI schools
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • WI avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

At 70 students, St Luke's 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.

St Luke's 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.

St Luke's Lutheran School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Compare to Public Schools

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How St Luke's Lutheran School compares to the 3 public schools in Oakfield, WI

Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
This School
vs
12.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
70
This School
vs
177
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.4
This School
vs
8.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 97.1% vs 0%
Black 1.4% vs 0%
Hispanic 1.4% vs 0%
St Luke's Lutheran School Oakfield Public Avg

All Schools in Oakfield

School Rating
St Luke's Lutheran School (this school) 5.4
Oakfield Elementary 9.5
Oakfield Middle 9.6
Oakfield High 5.3

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)
B 5.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 7.8 / 10
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School Day Length 7.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 4.0 / 10
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Diversity Index 6%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.7 / 10
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Enrollment 70
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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 67.3% (2025 FORWARD)
School
State
49.9% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 69.3% (2025 FORWARD)
School
State
49.4% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 14 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 97.1%
Black 1.4%
Hispanic 1.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

245 S 2ND ST, Oakfield, WI 53065

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Luke's Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Oakfield Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Riverside Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Fond Du Lac), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Waters Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 7.9 miles away, in nearby Fond Du Lac), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Oakfield, see our Oakfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Oakfield Elementary Oakfield 0.2 mi 9.5
Oakfield High Oakfield 0.3 mi 5.3
Oakfield Middle Oakfield 0.3 mi 9.6
ST PETERS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fond Du Lac 6.0 mi 4.0
Evans Elementary Fond Du Lac 7.4 mi 7.6
Early Learning in Fond du Lac Fond Du Lac 7.4 mi 3.9
REDEEMER LUTHERAN GRADE SCHOOL Fond Du Lac 7.6 mi 4.6
Fond du Lac STEM Academy Fond Du Lac 7.4 mi 9.2
Sabish Middle Fond Du Lac 7.8 mi 7.1
LUTHER MEMORIAL SCHOOL Fond Du Lac 7.2 mi
Riverside Elementary Fond Du Lac 7.7 mi 8.6
Pier Elementary Fond Du Lac 7.4 mi 6.8
Parkside Elementary Fond Du Lac 8.3 mi 6.7
Lomira Elementary Lomira 8.0 mi 6.9
Lomira High Lomira 8.0 mi 5.5
Lomira Middle Lomira 8.0 mi 7.3
Waters Elementary Fond Du Lac 7.9 mi 7.7
Theisen Middle Fond Du Lac 7.7 mi 7.1
ST JOHN'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Lomira 8.3 mi 5.6
Treffert Way for the Exceptional Mind North Fond Du Lac 9.3 mi 4.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53065 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$107,321

Median Home Value

$247,400

Median Rent

$919/mo

Population

2,410

College Educated

23.2%

Homeownership

87.5%

Avg Commute

21.8 min

Poverty Rate

4%

Median Age

45.8

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ST MATTHEWS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Janesville, WI 5.4
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Luke's Lutheran School

What grades does St Luke's Lutheran School serve?

St Luke's Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St Luke's Lutheran School?

St Luke's Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 70 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Luke's Lutheran School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Luke's Lutheran School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Luke's Lutheran School rank in WI?

St Luke's Lutheran School ranks #436 of 571 private schools in WI.

What is St Luke's Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Luke's Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 St Luke's Lutheran School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, St Luke's Lutheran School has 67% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).

Is St Luke's Lutheran School a private school?

Yes, St Luke's 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 Luke's Lutheran School a religious school?

St Luke's Lutheran School has a Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
27 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
70
Gender Split
50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
6
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
School Day
7.2 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Fond du Lac County

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