Below Average
#548 of 571 private schools in WI
St Peters Lutheran School
Elementary School
1600 S MAIN ST, Fond Du Lac, WI 54937
Enrollment
170
Student-Teacher
170:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
170
Student-Teacher
170:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Wisconsin private schools
#548 of 571
In Fond Du Lac
#6 of 6
public schools
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St Peters Lutheran School
Elementary School in Fond Du Lac · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Peters Lutheran School
St Peters Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Fond Du Lac, WI. St Peters Lutheran School serves approximately 170 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 170:1 student-teacher ratio. St Peters Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #548 of 571 private schools in WI.
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 170 students, St Peters 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 Peters Lutheran School runs 170:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
St Peters 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
BetaHow St Peters Lutheran School compares to 13 public schools serving similar grades in Fond Du Lac, WI
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Peters Lutheran School (this school) | 4.0 |
| Pier Elementary | 6.8 |
| Theisen Middle | 7.1 |
| Waters Elementary | 7.7 |
| Riverside Elementary | 8.6 |
| Fond du Lac STEM Academy | 9.2 |
| Roberts Elementary | 6.5 |
| Evans Elementary | 7.6 |
| Woodworth Middle | 6.3 |
| Chegwin Elementary | 4.8 |
| Sabish Middle | 7.1 |
| Parkside Elementary | 6.7 |
| Rosenow Elementary | 6.7 |
| Lakeshore 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
PreliminaryWhat 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.
Data Unavailable
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1600 S MAIN ST, Fond Du Lac, WI 54937
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Peters Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Riverside Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Waters Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Evans Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fond Du Lac, see our Fond Du Lac schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LUTHER MEMORIAL SCHOOL Fond Du Lac | 1.5 mi | — |
| Pier Elementary Fond Du Lac | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Theisen Middle Fond Du Lac | 1.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Waters Elementary Fond Du Lac | 2.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Riverside Elementary Fond Du Lac | 2.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Fond du Lac STEM Academy Fond Du Lac | 2.4 mi | 9.2 |
| FOND DU LAC CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fond Du Lac | 2.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Roberts Elementary Fond Du Lac | 2.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Evans Elementary Fond Du Lac | 3.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Early Learning in Fond du Lac Fond Du Lac | 3.0 mi | 3.9 |
| REDEEMER LUTHERAN GRADE SCHOOL Fond Du Lac | 3.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Chegwin Elementary Fond Du Lac | 3.3 mi | 4.8 |
| WINNEBAGO LUTHERAN ACADEMY Fond Du Lac | 3.4 mi | 6.0 |
| TRINITY BAPTIST SCHOOL Fond Du Lac | 3.5 mi | — |
| Sabish Middle Fond Du Lac | 3.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Woodworth Middle Fond Du Lac | 3.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Parkside Elementary Fond Du Lac | 3.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Rosenow Elementary Fond Du Lac | 3.8 mi | 6.7 |
| FAITH LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fond Du Lac | 3.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Fond du Lac High Fond Du Lac | 4.5 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 54937 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,212
Median Home Value
$262,000
Median Rent
$1,097/mo
Population
21,877
College Educated
24.6%
Homeownership
73.3%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
6%
Median Age
46.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Hi-Mount Elementary Milwaukee, WI | 4.0 |
| STAR OF BETHLEHEM LUTHERAN SCHOOL New Berlin, WI | 4.0 |
| Starms Discovery Milwaukee, WI | 4.0 |
| Hoover Elementary Neenah, WI | 4.1 |
| ST JOHN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Merrill, WI | 3.9 |
| McKinley Elementary Kenosha, WI | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Peters Lutheran School
What grades does St Peters Lutheran School serve?
St Peters Lutheran School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St Peters Lutheran School?
St Peters Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 170 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Peters Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Peters Lutheran School is 170:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Peters Lutheran School rank in WI?
St Peters Lutheran School ranks #548 of 571 private schools in WI.
What is St Peters Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Peters Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Peters Lutheran School a private school?
Yes, St Peters 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 Peters Lutheran School a religious school?
St Peters Lutheran School has a Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 170
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 170:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
- School Day
- 6.9 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Fond du Lac County
- Phone
- (920) 922-1160
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