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#524 of 571 private schools in WI

Zion Lutheran School

Elementary School

26 W FREDERICK ST, Rhinelander, WI 54501

Private

Enrollment

80

Student-Teacher

16:1

Score

4.6

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Wisconsin private schools

#524 of 571

In Rhinelander

#2 of 2

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Zion Lutheran School

4.6/10

Elementary School in Rhinelander · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Current school2024 Review details

Central Elementary

8.5/10

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About Zion Lutheran School

Zion Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Rhinelander, WI. Zion Lutheran School serves approximately 80 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Zion Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #524 of 571 private schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Zion Lutheran School show 0% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 0% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).

How it compares2.2 pts below WI schools
  • This school 4.6 · Below Average
  • WI avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

At 80 students, Zion 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 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

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How Zion Lutheran School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Rhinelander, WI

Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
This School
vs
11.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
80
This School
vs
300
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.6
This School
vs
7.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 85% vs 0%
Hispanic 1.2% vs 0%
Asian 1.2% vs 0%
Zion Lutheran School Rhinelander Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Zion Lutheran School (this school) 4.6
Central Elementary 8.5
James Williams Middle 6.5
Crescent Elementary 7.1
Pelican Elementary 7.7
Sugar Camp Elementary 8.4

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)
C 3.2 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 16:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 7.8 / 10
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School Day Length 7.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 3.9 / 10
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Diversity Index 5%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.3 / 10
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Enrollment 80
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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 0.0% (2025 FORWARD)
School
State
31.2% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 0.0% (2025 FORWARD)
School
State
34.4% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 2 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 85.0%
Native American 12.5%
Hispanic 1.2%
Asian 1.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

26 W FREDERICK ST, Rhinelander, WI 54501

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Zion Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Northwoods Community Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 12.6 miles away, in nearby Harshaw), which scores notably higher. Another option is Northland Pines Montessori Learning Center (NPMLC) (rated 8.9/10, 19.4 miles away, in nearby Saint Germain), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Three Lakes Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 15.9 miles away, in nearby Three Lakes), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rhinelander, see our Rhinelander schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 21.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Central Elementary Rhinelander 0.2 mi 8.5
NATIVITY OF OUR LORD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Rhinelander 0.3 mi 6.4
Rhinelander High Rhinelander 0.8 mi 5.5
James Williams Middle Rhinelander 1.0 mi 6.5
Crescent Elementary Rhinelander 1.6 mi 7.1
Pelican Elementary Rhinelander 2.4 mi 7.7
Sugar Camp Elementary Rhinelander 11.3 mi 8.4
Northwoods Community Elementary Harshaw 12.6 mi 9.5
Northland Pines Elementary-St Germain Saint Germain 19.4 mi 7.2
Northland Pines Montessori Learning Center (NPMLC) Saint Germain 19.4 mi 8.9
Three Lakes Elementary Three Lakes 15.9 mi 8.7
Three Lakes High Three Lakes 15.9 mi 6.8
Three Lakes Junior High Three Lakes 15.9 mi 9.4
Elcho Elementary Elcho 17.9 mi 5.7
Elcho High Elcho 17.9 mi 4.8
Elcho Middle Elcho 17.9 mi 7.3
CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Eagle River 20.8 mi —
Northland Pines Elementary-Eagle River Eagle River 21.8 mi 7.1
Northland Pines High Eagle River 21.8 mi 6.8
Northland Pines Middle Eagle River 21.8 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 54501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,602

Median Home Value

$194,900

Median Rent

$831/mo

Population

21,096

College Educated

25.9%

Homeownership

83%

Avg Commute

19.3 min

Poverty Rate

8.6%

Median Age

47.5

Similar Schools

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Central Oaks Academy Wisconsin Rapids, WI 4.6
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Treffert Way for the Exceptional Mind North Fond Du Lac, WI 4.6
MORRISON ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Greenleaf, WI 4.5
Stockbridge Elementary Stockbridge, WI 4.5
ST JOHN'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Neillsville, WI 4.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Zion Lutheran School

What grades does Zion Lutheran School serve?

Zion Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Zion Lutheran School?

Zion Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 80 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Zion Lutheran School?

The student-teacher ratio at Zion Lutheran School is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Zion Lutheran School rank in WI?

Zion Lutheran School ranks #524 of 571 private schools in WI.

What is Zion Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?

Zion Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Zion Lutheran School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Zion Lutheran School has 0% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 0% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).

Is Zion Lutheran School a private school?

Yes, Zion 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 Lutheran School a religious school?

Zion Lutheran School has a Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
61 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
80
Gender Split
46% M / 54% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers (FTE)
5
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
School Day
7.2 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Remote Town
County
Oneida County
Phone
(715) 365-6300

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