Below Average
#499 of 571 private schools in WI
Zion Evangelical Lutheran School
Elementary School
3600 S CHICAGO AVE, South Milwaukee, WI 53172
Enrollment
80
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
80
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Wisconsin private schools
#499 of 571
In South Milwaukee
#3 of 3
public schools
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Zion Evangelical Lutheran School
Elementary School in South Milwaukee · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Zion Evangelical Lutheran School
Zion Evangelical Lutheran School is a private elementary school in South Milwaukee, WI. Zion Evangelical Lutheran School serves approximately 80 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Zion Evangelical Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #499 of 571 private schools in WI.
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 80 students, Zion Evangelical 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.
Zion Evangelical 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 Zion Evangelical Lutheran School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in South Milwaukee, WI
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Zion Evangelical Lutheran School (this school) | 4.9 |
| Blakewood Elementary | 6.3 |
| Lakeview Elementary | 6.6 |
| Rawson Elementary | 5.3 |
| E W Luther Elementary | 8.9 |
| South Milwaukee Middle | 5.1 |
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
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
3600 S CHICAGO AVE, South Milwaukee, WI 53172
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Zion Evangelical Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. E W Luther Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Deerfield Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Oak Creek), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Carollton Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Oak Creek), which scores notably higher. For more schools in South Milwaukee, see our South Milwaukee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Blakewood Elementary South Milwaukee | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Lakeview Elementary South Milwaukee | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Carollton Elementary Oak Creek | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| GUIDANCE ACADEMY South Milwaukee | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Oak Creek | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Rawson Elementary South Milwaukee | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| ST MATTHEW SCHOOL Oak Creek | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| E W Luther Elementary South Milwaukee | 1.5 mi | 8.9 |
| South Milwaukee Middle South Milwaukee | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| South Milwaukee High South Milwaukee | 1.8 mi | 4.6 |
| DIVINE MERCY SCHOOL South Milwaukee | 2.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Edgewood Elementary Oak Creek | 1.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Oak Creek East Middle Oak Creek | 2.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Mitchell Elementary Cudahy | 2.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Oak Creek High Oak Creek | 2.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Deerfield Elementary Oak Creek | 3.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Jones Elementary Cudahy | 3.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Cudahy Middle Cudahy | 3.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Shepard Hills Elementary Oak Creek | 2.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Meadowview Elementary Oak Creek | 3.2 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53172 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,146
Median Home Value
$216,400
Median Rent
$1,014/mo
Population
20,547
College Educated
27.7%
Homeownership
66.8%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
12.5%
Median Age
40.9
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| MALAIKA EARLY LEARNING CENTER Milwaukee, WI | 4.9 |
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| ST MARK LUTHERAN SCHOOL Eau Claire, WI | 4.9 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Manawa, WI | 4.9 |
| ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Middleton, WI | 4.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Zion Evangelical Lutheran School
What grades does Zion Evangelical Lutheran School serve?
Zion Evangelical Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Zion Evangelical Lutheran School?
Zion Evangelical Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 80 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Zion Evangelical Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at Zion Evangelical Lutheran School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Zion Evangelical Lutheran School rank in WI?
Zion Evangelical Lutheran School ranks #499 of 571 private schools in WI.
What is Zion Evangelical Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
Zion Evangelical 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.
Is Zion Evangelical Lutheran School a private school?
Yes, Zion Evangelical 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 Zion Evangelical Lutheran School a religious school?
Zion Evangelical 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
- 80
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 173 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Milwaukee County
- Phone
- (414) 762-1258
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