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#352 of 571 private schools in WI

Winnebago Lutheran Academy

High School

475 E MERRILL AVE, Fond Du Lac, WI 54935

Private

Enrollment

308

Student-Teacher

11.2:1

Score

6.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Wisconsin private schools

#352 of 571

In Fond Du Lac

#2 of 6

public schools

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Winnebago Lutheran Academy

6.0/10

High School in Fond Du Lac · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Winnebago Lutheran Academy

Winnebago Lutheran Academy is a private high school in Fond Du Lac, WI. Winnebago Lutheran Academy serves approximately 308 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Winnebago Lutheran Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #352 of 571 private schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Winnebago Lutheran Academy show 70% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).

How it compares0.5 pts above WI schools
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • WI avg 5.5

What Parents Should Know

Winnebago Lutheran Academy 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 Winnebago Lutheran Academy compares to the 16 public schools in Fond Du Lac, WI

Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
This School
vs
13.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
308
This School
vs
401
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.0
This School
vs
6.9
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 93.8% vs 0%
Black 2.3% vs 0%
Asian 2.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 1% vs 0%
Winnebago Lutheran Academy Fond Du Lac Public Avg

All Schools in Fond Du Lac

School Rating
Winnebago Lutheran Academy (this school) 6.0
Rosenow Elementary 6.7
Woodworth Middle 6.3
Roberts Elementary 6.5
Chegwin Elementary 4.8
Fond du Lac High 5.8
Waters Elementary 7.7
Lakeshore Elementary 8.9
Riverside Elementary 8.6
Fond du Lac STEM Academy 9.2
Theisen Middle 7.1
Pier Elementary 6.8
Parkside Elementary 6.7
Sabish Middle 7.1
Evans Elementary 7.6
Early Learning in Fond du Lac 3.9
Taycheedah Correctional Institution

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)
B+ 6.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 3.3 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,165.8
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 5.5 / 10
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Diversity Index 12%
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
View breakdown
Enrollment 308
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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 70.3% (2025 FORWARD)
School
State
33.8% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 60.4% (2025 FORWARD)
School
State
35.6% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 8 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 93.8%
Black 2.3%
Asian 2.3%
Hispanic 1.0%
Two or More 0.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

475 E MERRILL AVE, Fond Du Lac, WI 54935

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Winnebago Lutheran Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Fond du Lac STEM Academy (rated 9.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Fond du Lac High (rated 5.8/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Fond Du Lac, see our Fond Du Lac schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
TRINITY BAPTIST SCHOOL Fond Du Lac 0.2 mi
Rosenow Elementary Fond Du Lac 0.4 mi 6.7
Roberts Elementary Fond Du Lac 0.7 mi 6.5
Woodworth Middle Fond Du Lac 0.6 mi 6.3
Chegwin Elementary Fond Du Lac 0.7 mi 4.8
FAITH LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fond Du Lac 0.8 mi 6.0
Fond du Lac High Fond Du Lac 1.1 mi 5.8
Waters Elementary Fond Du Lac 1.2 mi 7.7
FOND DU LAC CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fond Du Lac 1.4 mi 7.8
Lakeshore Elementary Fond Du Lac 1.3 mi 8.9
Riverside Elementary Fond Du Lac 1.4 mi 8.6
Theisen Middle Fond Du Lac 1.8 mi 7.1
Pier Elementary Fond Du Lac 1.9 mi 6.8
LUTHER MEMORIAL SCHOOL Fond Du Lac 2.0 mi
Fond du Lac STEM Academy Fond Du Lac 1.7 mi 9.2
Parkside Elementary Fond Du Lac 1.9 mi 6.7
REDEEMER LUTHERAN GRADE SCHOOL Fond Du Lac 2.1 mi 4.6
ST MARYS SPRINGS ACADEMY Fond Du Lac 2.2 mi 5.2
Sabish Middle Fond Du Lac 2.2 mi 7.1
Evans Elementary Fond Du Lac 2.3 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 54935 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,060

Median Home Value

$166,400

Median Rent

$880/mo

Population

41,474

College Educated

22.7%

Homeownership

59.6%

Avg Commute

19.8 min

Poverty Rate

12.6%

Median Age

37.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Winnebago Lutheran Academy

What grades does Winnebago Lutheran Academy serve?

Winnebago Lutheran Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Winnebago Lutheran Academy?

Winnebago Lutheran Academy has an enrollment of approximately 308 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Winnebago Lutheran Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Winnebago Lutheran Academy is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Winnebago Lutheran Academy rank in WI?

Winnebago Lutheran Academy ranks #352 of 571 private schools in WI.

What is Winnebago Lutheran Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Winnebago Lutheran Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Winnebago Lutheran Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Winnebago Lutheran Academy has 70% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).

Is Winnebago Lutheran Academy a private school?

Yes, Winnebago Lutheran Academy 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 Winnebago Lutheran Academy a religious school?

Winnebago Lutheran Academy has a Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
42 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
308
Gender Split
47% M / 53% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
School Day
6.7 hours
Days Per Year
174 days
Setting
Small City
County
Fond du Lac County

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