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#562 of 571 private schools in WI

St Peter Lutheran School

Elementary School

115 EAU CLAIRE ST, Schofield, WI 54476

Private

Enrollment

79

Student-Teacher

15.5:1

Score

3.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#562 of 571

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St Peter Lutheran School

3.3/10

Elementary School in Schofield · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

D C Everest Junior High

4.8/10

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6.7/10

1.3 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About St Peter Lutheran School

St Peter Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Schofield, WI. St Peter Lutheran School serves approximately 79 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St Peter Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #562 of 571 private schools in WI.

How it compares3.5 pts below WI schools
  • This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
  • WI avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

At 79 students, St Peter 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 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.

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+ 3.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 15.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C- 2.4 / 10
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School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,105
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)
B- 5.2 / 10
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Enrollment 79
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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

115 EAU CLAIRE ST, Schofield, WI 54476

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Peter Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. South Mountain Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Wausau), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rib Mountain Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Wausau), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NEWMAN CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AT ST MARK (rated 6.8/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Rothschild), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Schofield, see our Schofield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.3 mi
School Distance Rating
D C Everest Junior High Weston 0.9 mi 4.8
Rothschild Elementary Rothschild 1.3 mi 6.7
D C Everest High Weston 1.2 mi 4.6
John Marshall Elementary Wausau 1.9 mi 4.9
NEWMAN CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AT ST MARK Rothschild 2.1 mi 6.8
Odyssey Elementary Weston 1.9 mi 5.2
D C Everest Idea School Weston 1.9 mi 7.3
Weston Elementary Weston 1.9 mi 6.5
Wausau Area Virtual Education Wausau 3.0 mi 4.6
OUR SAVIORS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Wausau 2.6 mi
Hawthorn Hills Elementary Wausau 3.2 mi 6.5
Lincoln Elementary Wausau 3.4 mi 6.2
G D Jones Elementary Wausau 3.3 mi 6.1
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Wausau 3.6 mi 6.1
Franklin Elementary Wausau 4.1 mi 5.7
South Mountain Elementary Wausau 3.0 mi 8.7
Rib Mountain Elementary Wausau 3.1 mi 8.0
HILLSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Wausau 3.0 mi
Evergreen Elementary Rothschild 4.3 mi 6.7
D C Everest 4K Community Partnership Rothschild 4.3 mi 3.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 54476 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$76,132

Median Home Value

$211,300

Median Rent

$972/mo

Population

19,305

College Educated

24.4%

Homeownership

64.8%

Avg Commute

17.1 min

Poverty Rate

8%

Median Age

40.6

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ST JOHNS EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Mukwonago, WI 4.0
ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL North Fond Du Lac, WI 4.2
ST PAULS EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Wisconsin Rapids, WI 4.2
Tank Elementary Green Bay, WI 4.2

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 Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend St Peter Lutheran School?

St Peter Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 79 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at St Peter Lutheran School is 15.5:1. 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 #562 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 3.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St 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
42 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
55 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
79
Gender Split
51% M / 49% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
5
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
170 days
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Marathon County

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