Very Good
#144 of 571 private schools in WI
Top 25% of private schools
St Philips Lutheran School
Elementary School
3012 N HOLTON ST, Milwaukee, WI 53212
Enrollment
88
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
88
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Wisconsin private schools
#144 of 571
In Milwaukee
#20 of 74
public schools
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St Philips Lutheran School
Elementary School in Milwaukee · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Philips Lutheran School
St Philips Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Milwaukee, WI. St Philips Lutheran School serves approximately 88 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Philips Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #144 of 571 private schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for St Philips Lutheran School show 36% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 88 students, St Philips 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 9.7:1 students to teachers, St Philips Lutheran School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Philips 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 Philips Lutheran School compares to 145 public schools serving similar grades in Milwaukee, WI
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Philips Lutheran School (this school) | 7.2 |
| Fratney Elementary | 3.9 |
| Riverwest Elementary | 3.2 |
| King International Baccalaureate Middle | 6.6 |
| Gaenslen Elementary | 3.5 |
| King Jr Elementary | 5.4 |
| Holmes Elementary | 4.8 |
| LaFollette Elementary | 4.8 |
| Hartford Avenue Elementary | 2.8 |
| Grant Gordon Learning Center | 5.2 |
| Carver Academy | 5.1 |
| Hopkins Lloyd Community School | 4.5 |
| Maryland Montessori | 6.8 |
| Southeastern | — |
| Keefe Avenue Elementary | 5.3 |
| Cass Street Elementary | 3.9 |
| Milwaukee College Preparatory School: Lola Rowe North Campus | 7.0 |
| Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- Lloyd Street | 7.0 |
| Andrew S Douglas Middle | 7.1 |
| Roosevelt Middle | 5.7 |
| Golda Meir School | 5.8 |
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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.
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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)
Based on 8 test records from WI state assessments. About our data
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
3012 N HOLTON ST, Milwaukee, WI 53212
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Philips Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TAMARACK WALDORF SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is ST MARCUS LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, King Jr Elementary (rated 5.4/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Milwaukee, see our Milwaukee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Fratney Elementary Milwaukee | 0.3 mi | 3.9 |
| Riverwest Elementary Milwaukee | 0.4 mi | 3.2 |
| King International Baccalaureate Middle Milwaukee | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| MALAIKA EARLY LEARNING CENTER Milwaukee | 0.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Gaenslen Elementary Milwaukee | 0.5 mi | 3.5 |
| Holmes Elementary Milwaukee | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| King Jr Elementary Milwaukee | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| CLARA MOHAMMED SCHOOL INC. Milwaukee | 0.8 mi | 8.8 |
| ST MARCUS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Riverside High Milwaukee | 0.8 mi | 3.7 |
| Carver Academy Milwaukee | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| LaFollette Elementary Milwaukee | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Southeastern Milwaukee | 1.4 mi | — |
| Shorewood Intermediate Shorewood | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| North Division High Milwaukee | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Shorewood High Shorewood | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| New Horizons for Learning Shorewood | 1.3 mi | — |
| TAMARACK WALDORF SCHOOL Milwaukee | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Cass Street Elementary Milwaukee | 1.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Grant Gordon Learning Center Milwaukee | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53212 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,679
Median Home Value
$204,300
Median Rent
$1,038/mo
Population
29,099
College Educated
37.3%
Homeownership
32.4%
Avg Commute
22.1 min
Poverty Rate
26.2%
Median Age
31
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| PILGRIM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Menomonee Falls, WI | 7.2 |
| PLEASANT RIDGE WALDORF SCHOOL Viroqua, WI | 7.2 |
| Plum City Elementary Plum City, WI | 7.2 |
| ST JOHN BOSCO CATHOLIC SCHOOL Sturgeon Bay, WI | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Philips Lutheran School
What grades does St Philips Lutheran School serve?
St Philips Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Philips Lutheran School?
St Philips Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 88 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Philips Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Philips Lutheran School is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Philips Lutheran School rank in WI?
St Philips Lutheran School ranks #144 of 571 private schools in WI.
What is St Philips Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Philips Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Philips Lutheran School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, St Philips Lutheran School has 36% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).
Is St Philips Lutheran School a private school?
Yes, St Philips 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 Philips Lutheran School a religious school?
St Philips Lutheran School has a Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 88
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 165 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Milwaukee County
- Phone
- (414) 263-7614
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