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#298 of 571 private schools in WI

St Paul Lutheran School

Elementary School

6881 S 51ST ST, Franklin, WI 53132

Private

Enrollment

97

Student-Teacher

11.4:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Wisconsin private schools

#298 of 571

In Franklin

#1 of 2

public schools

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St Paul Lutheran School

6.3/10

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

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9.3/10

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8.2/10

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About St Paul Lutheran School

St Paul Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Franklin, WI. St Paul Lutheran School serves approximately 97 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. St Paul Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #298 of 571 private schools in WI.

How it compares0.5 pts below WI schools
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • WI avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

At 97 students, St Paul 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 Paul 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 Paul Lutheran School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Franklin, WI

Student-Teacher Ratio
11.4:1
This School
vs
15:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
97
This School
vs
517
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.3
This School
vs
7.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 90.7% vs 0%
Asian 2.1% vs 0%
Black 1% vs 0%
St Paul Lutheran School Franklin Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St Paul Lutheran School (this school) 6.3
Pleasant View Elementary 8.2
Ben Franklin Elementary 7.5
Forest Park Middle 7.3
Southwood Glen Elementary 7.6
Robinwood Elementary 7.1
Country Dale Elementary 8.0

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 6.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 6.0 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,225
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 6.5 / 10
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Diversity Index 17%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 6.2 / 10
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Enrollment 97
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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 90.7%
Two or More 6.2%
Asian 2.1%
Black 1.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

6881 S 51ST ST, Franklin, WI 53132

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Paul Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. College Park Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Greendale), which scores notably higher. Another option is Canterbury Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Greendale), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Highland View Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Greendale), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Franklin, see our Franklin schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
College Park Elementary Greendale 0.8 mi 9.3
Pleasant View Elementary Franklin 0.9 mi 8.2
Highland View Elementary Greendale 1.2 mi 8.3
Time 4 Learning Charter School Greendale 1.2 mi 3.3
ST ALPHONSUS SCHOOL Greendale 1.5 mi 7.9
Greendale High Greendale 1.4 mi 4.9
Franklin High Franklin 1.7 mi 6.4
Greendale Middle Greendale 1.7 mi 7.8
Canterbury Elementary Greendale 1.8 mi 8.7
OUR FATHER'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Greenfield 1.8 mi 7.3
Elm Dale Elementary Greenfield 2.2 mi 7.7
Garland Elementary Milwaukee 1.9 mi 3.6
Greenfield High Greenfield 2.6 mi 4.7
Cedar Hills Elementary Oak Creek 1.9 mi 7.8
Edgewood Elementary Greenfield 2.7 mi 8.3
Ben Franklin Elementary Franklin 2.1 mi 7.5
MARTIN LUTHER HIGH SCHOOL Greendale 2.5 mi 5.9
Forest Ridge Elementary Oak Creek 2.2 mi 7.4
Victory Elementary Milwaukee 2.2 mi 5.8
Forest Park Middle Franklin 2.6 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53132 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$110,656

Median Home Value

$345,600

Median Rent

$1,380/mo

Population

35,272

College Educated

45.6%

Homeownership

78.8%

Avg Commute

24.6 min

Poverty Rate

6.7%

Median Age

43

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ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Green Bay, WI 6.3
Shullsburg Elementary Shullsburg, WI 6.3
Sugar Bush Elementary New London, WI 6.3
ZION EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Menomonee Falls, WI 6.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Paul Lutheran School

What grades does St Paul Lutheran School serve?

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

How many students attend St Paul Lutheran School?

St Paul Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 97 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at St Paul Lutheran School is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Paul Lutheran School rank in WI?

St Paul Lutheran School ranks #298 of 571 private schools in WI.

What is St Paul Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Paul Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Paul Lutheran School a private school?

Yes, St Paul 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 Paul Lutheran School a religious school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
97
Gender Split
45% M / 55% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
9
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Milwaukee County

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