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#422 of 571 private schools in WI

St Matthew Lutheran School

Elementary School

1650 BROWN ST, Oconomowoc, WI 53066

Private

Enrollment

194

Student-Teacher

15.4:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Wisconsin private schools

#422 of 571

In Oconomowoc

#3 of 4

public schools

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St Matthew Lutheran School

5.5/10

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

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About St Matthew Lutheran School

St Matthew Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Oconomowoc, WI. St Matthew Lutheran School serves approximately 194 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. St Matthew Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #422 of 571 private schools in WI.

How it compares1.3 pts below WI schools
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • WI avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

At 194 students, St Matthew 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 Matthew 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 Matthew 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 Matthew Lutheran School compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Oconomowoc, WI

Student-Teacher Ratio
15.4:1
This School
vs
12.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
194
This School
vs
447
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.5
This School
vs
8.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 99% vs 0%
Black 0.5% vs 0%
St Matthew Lutheran School Oconomowoc Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St Matthew Lutheran School (this school) 5.5
Meadow View Elementary 8.8
Nature Hill Intermediate 8.0
Greenland Elementary 8.6
Stone Bank Elementary 8.3
Lake Country Classical Academy Inc 9.1
Park Lawn Elementary 9.4
Summit Elementary 9.1
Silver Lake Intermediate 8.8
Adeline Montessori School Inc 4.3

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)
C+ 3.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 15.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.6 / 10
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School Day Length 7.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,388.4
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C 3.0 / 10
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Diversity Index 2%
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
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Enrollment 194
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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 99.0%
Black 0.5%
Two or More 0.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1650 BROWN ST, Oconomowoc, WI 53066

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Matthew Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Park Lawn Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Summit Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 4.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Meadow View Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Oconomowoc, see our Oconomowoc schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.3 mi
School Distance Rating
ST MATTHEWS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Oconomowoc 0.0 mi 5.5
Meadow View Elementary Oconomowoc 0.2 mi 8.8
Nature Hill Intermediate Oconomowoc 1.1 mi 8.0
HOLY TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Okauchee 2.1 mi
Greenland Elementary Oconomowoc 2.0 mi 8.6
ST PAUL'S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Oconomowoc 2.4 mi 6.4
Oconomowoc High Oconomowoc 3.0 mi 5.9
Stone Bank Elementary Oconomowoc 2.4 mi 8.3
Park Lawn Elementary Oconomowoc 3.0 mi 9.4
Lake Country Classical Academy Inc Oconomowoc 2.9 mi 9.1
Summit Elementary Oconomowoc 4.2 mi 9.1
ST JOAN OF ARC PARISH SCHOOL Nashotah 3.9 mi 6.8
Silver Lake Intermediate Oconomowoc 4.2 mi 8.8
LAKE COUNTRY MONTESSORI Nashotah 4.0 mi
Lake Country School Hartland 4.7 mi 8.6
GENESEE LAKE SCHOOL Oconomowoc 6.2 mi 7.2
UNIVERSITY LAKE SCHOOL Hartland 5.1 mi 7.5
North Lake Elementary North Lake 5.0 mi 8.4
DIVINE REDEEMER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hartland 5.2 mi 6.0
Cushing Elementary Delafield 6.3 mi 8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53066 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$111,348

Median Home Value

$402,800

Median Rent

$1,263/mo

Population

37,056

College Educated

46.9%

Homeownership

77.9%

Avg Commute

25.3 min

Poverty Rate

5.7%

Median Age

46.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Matthew Lutheran School

What grades does St Matthew Lutheran School serve?

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

How many students attend St Matthew Lutheran School?

St Matthew Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 194 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at St Matthew Lutheran School is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Matthew Lutheran School rank in WI?

St Matthew Lutheran School ranks #422 of 571 private schools in WI.

What is St Matthew Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Matthew Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Matthew Lutheran School a private school?

Yes, St Matthew Lutheran School is a private coeducational school with a Evangelical Lutheran Church in America 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 Matthew Lutheran School a religious school?

St Matthew Lutheran School has a Evangelical Lutheran Church in America religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
194
Gender Split
54% M / 46% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
13
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Evangelical Lutheran Church in America
School Day
7.8 hours
Days Per Year
178 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Waukesha County

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