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St Pauls Lutheran School

Elementary School

W1956 GOPHER HILL RD, Ixonia, WI 53036

Private

Enrollment

42

Student-Teacher

7.1:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#435 of 571

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St Pauls Lutheran School

5.4/10

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

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5.2/10

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About St Pauls Lutheran School

St Pauls Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Ixonia, WI. St Pauls Lutheran School serves approximately 42 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.1:1 student-teacher ratio. St Pauls Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #435 of 571 private schools in WI.

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

What Parents Should Know

At 42 students, St Pauls 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.

At 7.1:1 students to teachers, St Pauls Lutheran School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

St Pauls 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 Pauls Lutheran School compares to the 1 public school in Ixonia, WI

Student-Teacher Ratio
7.1:1
This School
vs
11.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
42
This School
vs
265
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.4
This School
vs
8.9
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 100% vs 0%
St Pauls Lutheran School Ixonia Public Avg

All Schools in Ixonia

School Rating
St Pauls Lutheran School (this school) 5.4
Ixonia Elementary 8.9

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)
A 9.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.3 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,190
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C- 2.2 / 10
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Diversity Index 0%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C 3.0 / 10
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Enrollment 42
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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 100.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

W1956 GOPHER HILL RD, Ixonia, WI 53036

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Pauls Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Webster Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Watertown), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ixonia Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lincoln Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Watertown), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ixonia, see our Ixonia schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.0 mi
School Distance Rating
LEBANON LUTHERAN SCHOOL Watertown 2.7 mi 5.2
Ixonia Elementary Ixonia 2.3 mi 8.9
LEAP Elementary Watertown 3.7 mi 7.3
GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Watertown 3.7 mi 6.5
Riverside Middle Watertown 3.9 mi 6.2
LUTHER PREP Watertown 4.3 mi 8.2
Webster Elementary Watertown 4.3 mi 9.1
ST JOHN'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Watertown 4.7 mi 6.5
Douglas Elementary Watertown 4.9 mi 7.7
TRINITY-ST LUKES LUTHERAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Watertown 4.7 mi 6.2
TRINITY-ST LUKES LUTHERAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Watertown 4.7 mi 5.0
ST HENRY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Watertown 4.9 mi 6.7
eCampus Academy Charter School Watertown 4.9 mi 1.8
Schurz Elementary Watertown 4.9 mi 7.0
Watertown 4 Kids Watertown 4.9 mi 3.2
Lincoln Elementary Watertown 5.3 mi 8.3
FAITH LUTHERAN SCHOOL Watertown 5.5 mi
MARANATHA BAPTIST ACADEMY Watertown 5.7 mi 5.9
Watertown High Watertown 6.0 mi 4.9
Endeavor Charter School Watertown 6.0 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53036 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$94,231

Median Home Value

$347,100

Median Rent

$1,151/mo

Population

3,483

College Educated

34.5%

Homeownership

82%

Avg Commute

28.2 min

Poverty Rate

2.7%

Median Age

41.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Pauls Lutheran School

What grades does St Pauls Lutheran School serve?

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

How many students attend St Pauls Lutheran School?

St Pauls Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 42 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at St Pauls Lutheran School is 7.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Pauls Lutheran School rank in WI?

St Pauls Lutheran School ranks #435 of 571 private schools in WI.

What is St Pauls Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Pauls 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 Pauls Lutheran School a private school?

Yes, St Pauls 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 Pauls Lutheran School a religious school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
23 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
42
Gender Split
43% M / 57% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
6
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
170 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Jefferson County

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