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#433 of 571 private schools in WI

St Matthews Lutheran School

Elementary School

709 MILTON AVE, Janesville, WI 53545

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

10.6:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

10.6:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Wisconsin private schools

#433 of 571

In Janesville

#7 of 7

public schools

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About St Matthews Lutheran School

St Matthews Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Janesville, WI. St Matthews Lutheran School serves approximately 57 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. St Matthews Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #433 of 571 private schools in WI.

How it compares1.4 pts below WI schools

5.4

This school 5.4 · Average
WI avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

At 57 students, St Matthews 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 Matthews 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 Matthews Lutheran School compares to 21 public schools serving similar grades in Janesville, WI

Student-Teacher Ratio

10.6:1

This School

12.9:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

330

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.4

This School

6.8

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 96.5% vs 0%

St Matthews Lutheran School Janesville Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
St Matthews Lutheran School (this school)	—	57	10.6:1	5.4
Adams Elementary	0.2 mi	295	13.4:1	4.7
Roosevelt Elementary	0.8 mi	369	12.7:1	8.4
Rock River Charter School	0.9 mi	253	16.9:1	4.3
Jefferson Elementary	1.0 mi	291	10.4:1	7.3
Preschool 4 Janesville	1.2 mi	333	18.5:1	4.0
Washington Elementary	1.3 mi	408	14.1:1	7.8
Monroe Elementary	1.4 mi	349	14:1	8.4
Marshall Middle	1.5 mi	730	13.3:1	5.8
Wilson Elementary	1.5 mi	260	9:1	6.4
Madison Elementary	1.8 mi	312	12:1	7.0
ARISE Virtual Academy	1.9 mi	116	11.6:1	7.6
Franklin Middle	1.9 mi	516	11:1	4.3
Harrison Elementary	2.2 mi	274	11:1	7.6
Van Buren Elementary	2.4 mi	405	13.5:1	7.9
Youth Services Center	2.5 mi	10	3.3:1	—
Kennedy Elementary	2.6 mi	391	13.5:1	8.4
Edison Middle	2.8 mi	597	11.7:1	6.4
Lincoln Elementary	3.1 mi	320	11:1	5.4
Jackson Elementary	3.3 mi	329	9.7:1	7.4
Harmony Elementary	3.7 mi	294	17.3:1	8.6

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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

B+ 7.1 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.6:1

Instructional Commitment

B- 5.0 / 10

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School Day Length 7.2 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,209.6

Diversity & Inclusion

C+ 4.3 / 10

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Diversity Index 7%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

C+ 4.0 / 10

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Enrollment 57

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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 96.5%

Two or More 3.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

709 MILTON AVE, Janesville, WI 53545

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Matthews Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Roosevelt Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Monroe Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Janesville, see our Janesville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Adams Elementary Janesville	0.2 mi	295	4.7
ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Janesville	0.6 mi	76	8.5
ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Janesville	0.7 mi	180	7.2
Roosevelt Elementary Janesville	0.8 mi	369	8.4
Rock River Charter School Janesville	0.9 mi	253	4.3
ST JOHN VIANNEY SCHOOL Janesville	1.1 mi	179	7.2
Craig High Janesville	1.1 mi	1,467	4.6
Preschool 4 Janesville Janesville	1.2 mi	333	4.0
Jefferson Elementary Janesville	1.0 mi	291	7.3
Wilson Elementary Janesville	1.5 mi	260	6.4
Washington Elementary Janesville	1.3 mi	408	7.8
Monroe Elementary Janesville	1.4 mi	349	8.4
ST WILLIAM CATHOLIC SCHOOL Janesville	1.5 mi	182	5.8
Marshall Middle Janesville	1.5 mi	730	5.8
Madison Elementary Janesville	1.8 mi	312	7.0
Franklin Middle Janesville	1.9 mi	516	4.3
ARISE Virtual Academy Janesville	1.9 mi	116	7.6
Youth Services Center Janesville	2.5 mi	10	—
Van Buren Elementary Janesville	2.4 mi	405	7.9
Edison Middle Janesville	2.8 mi	597	6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53545 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,730

Median Home Value

$204,000

Median Rent

$1,006/mo

Population

23,937

College Educated

29.3%

Homeownership

64.8%

Avg Commute

22.5 min

Poverty Rate

9.8%

Median Age

41.1

Similar Schools

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NORTH SHORE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Glendale, WI	55	5.4
ST JOHN-ST JAMES LUTHERAN SCHOOL Reedsville, WI	50	5.4
ST LUKE'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Oakfield, WI	70	5.4
ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Ixonia, WI	42	5.4
ST JOHN EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Waterloo, WI	57	5.5
ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Newburg, WI	76	5.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Matthews Lutheran School

What grades does St Matthews Lutheran School serve?

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

How many students attend St Matthews Lutheran School?

St Matthews Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 57 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at St Matthews Lutheran School is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Matthews Lutheran School rank in WI?

St Matthews Lutheran School ranks #433 of 571 private schools in WI.

What is St Matthews Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Matthews 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.

Is St Matthews Lutheran School a private school?

Yes, St Matthews 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 Matthews Lutheran School a religious school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 53 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score: 26 Some Transit
Bike Score: 42 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 57
Gender Split: 67% M / 33% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 10.6:1
Teachers (FTE): 5
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
School Day: 7.2 hours
Days Per Year: 168 days
Setting: Small City
County: Rock County
Phone: (608) 752-1304

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