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#495 of 571 private schools in WI

St Peter Lutheran School

Elementary School

N2740 FRENCH RD, Freedom, WI 54913

Private

Enrollment

248

Student-Teacher

19.1:1

Score

4.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Wisconsin private schools

#495 of 571

In Freedom

#2 of 2

public schools

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St Peter Lutheran School

4.9/10

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

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7.1/10

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About St Peter Lutheran School

St Peter Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Freedom, WI. St Peter Lutheran School serves approximately 248 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 19.1:1 student-teacher ratio. St Peter Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #495 of 571 private schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for St Peter Lutheran School show 75% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).

How it compares1.9 pts below WI schools
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • WI avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

St Peter 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 Peter 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 Peter Lutheran School compares to the 3 public schools in Freedom, WI

Student-Teacher Ratio
19.1:1
This School
vs
14:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
248
This School
vs
513
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.9
This School
vs
6.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 93.1% vs 0%
Black 1.2% vs 0%
Asian 1.2% vs 0%
Hispanic 0.8% vs 0%
St Peter Lutheran School Freedom Public Avg

All Schools in Freedom

School Rating
St Peter Lutheran School (this school) 4.9
Freedom Elementary 7.6
Freedom Middle 6.7
Freedom High 5.6

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- 1.9 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 19.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 6.2 / 10
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School Day Length 7.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,231.2
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 5.8 / 10
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Diversity Index 13%
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 248
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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 75.2% (2025 FORWARD)
School
State
49.9% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 73.7% (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 93.1%
Two or More 3.6%
Black 1.2%
Asian 1.2%
Hispanic 0.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

N2740 FRENCH RD, Freedom, WI 54913

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Peter Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Flex Academy (rated 8.4/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Little Chute), which scores notably higher. Another option is Little Chute Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Little Chute), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST FRANCIS XAVIER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL-MCD CAMPUS (rated 7.7/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Appleton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Freedom, see our Freedom schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Appleton Public Montessori Grand Chute 1.6 mi 7.1
Fox Cities Leadership Academy Appleton 1.9 mi 3.0
North High Appleton 1.9 mi 4.3
CELEBRATION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Appleton 2.5 mi 6.6
FOX VALLEY LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Appleton 2.3 mi 5.5
Freedom Elementary Freedom 2.7 mi 7.6
MOUNT OLIVE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Appleton 3.7 mi 5.9
Huntley Elementary Appleton 4.0 mi 7.2
ST EDWARD SCHOOL Appleton 3.1 mi 5.9
Ferber Elementary Appleton 3.8 mi 7.0
Flex Academy Little Chute 4.0 mi 8.4
Little Chute High Little Chute 4.0 mi 3.7
Little Chute Middle Little Chute 4.0 mi 8.1
Little Chute Intermediate Little Chute 4.0 mi 7.4
Little Chute Career Pathways Academy Little Chute 4.0 mi 7.3
Classical School Appleton 3.8 mi 7.0
Little Chute Elementary Little Chute 4.2 mi 7.7
Einstein Middle Appleton 4.0 mi 6.0
ST FRANCIS XAVIER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL-MCD CAMPUS Appleton 4.4 mi 7.7
Mapleview Intermediate Kimberly 4.6 mi 8.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 54913 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$103,149

Median Home Value

$365,400

Median Rent

$1,158/mo

Population

24,366

College Educated

46.9%

Homeownership

69.9%

Avg Commute

19.7 min

Poverty Rate

1.4%

Median Age

39.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Barton Elementary Milwaukee, WI 4.9
Beaumont Elementary Green Bay, WI 4.9
Engleburg Elementary Milwaukee, WI 4.9
John Marshall Elementary Wausau, WI 4.9
Longfellow Elementary Sheboygan, WI 4.9
ST JACOBI EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Greenfield, WI 4.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Peter Lutheran School

What grades does St Peter Lutheran School serve?

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

How many students attend St Peter Lutheran School?

St Peter Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 248 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at St Peter Lutheran School is 19.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Peter Lutheran School rank in WI?

St Peter Lutheran School ranks #495 of 571 private schools in WI.

What is St Peter Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Peter Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Peter Lutheran School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, St Peter Lutheran School has 75% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).

Is St Peter Lutheran School a private school?

Yes, St Peter 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 Peter Lutheran School a religious school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
248
Gender Split
52% M / 48% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
13
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
School Day
7.2 hours
Days Per Year
171 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Outagamie County

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