St. Marks Evangelical Lutheran School

The elementary school of Saint Mark's Lutheran Church was established in 1855.
The school's primary purpose throughout the years has been to assist parents in the Christian instruction and training of their children.
Saint Mark's Lutheran School offers a comprehensive educational program for pre-kindergarten (4 year olds) through grade eight that complies with State of Wisconsin standards for private schools.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked WI School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 238 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

St. Marks Evangelical Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for:

Category
Attribute
Student Body
School History

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1870
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
238 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
14%
State avg.: 35%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL

School Notes

  • School Motto: To serve all people of God's world with the Gospel of Jesus Christ on the basis of Holy Scripture.
  • The elementary school of Saint Mark's Lutheran Church was established in 1855. The school's primary purpose throughout the years has been to assist parents in the Christian instruction and training of their children. Saint Mark's Lutheran School offers a comprehensive educational program for pre-kindergarten (4 year olds) through grade eight that complies with State of Wisconsin standards for private schools.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are St. Marks Evangelical Lutheran School often compared to?
St. Marks Evangelical Lutheran School is often viewed alongside schools like St. John's Lutheran School, Good Shepherd Lutheran School by visitors of our site.
What is St. Marks Evangelical Lutheran School's ranking?
St. Marks Evangelical Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Marks Evangelical Lutheran School?
The application deadline for St. Marks Evangelical Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked WI School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 238 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Jefferson County, WI is $1,871 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

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