Wisconsin Lutheran High School

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Wisconsin Lutheran High School Photo #1 - Wisconsin Lutheran High School's graduates are accepted to the nation's most prestigious schools, including Harvard College, Vanderbilt University, University of Pennsylvania, University of Virginia, University of Michigan, New York University, Boston College, Villanova University, University of Miami, Purdue University, Rutgers University, University of Wisconsin-Madison and the University of Chicago
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Wisconsin Lutheran High School Photo #1 - Wisconsin Lutheran High School's graduates are accepted to the nation's most prestigious schools, including Harvard College, Vanderbilt University, University of Pennsylvania, University of Virginia, University of Michigan, New York University, Boston College, Villanova University, University of Miami, Purdue University, Rutgers University, University of Wisconsin-Madison and the University of Chicago
Wisconsin Lutheran High School Photo #2 - Wisconsin Lutheran High School is located in a safe, friendly neighborhood on the outer limits of Milwaukee, one of the nation's most beloved cities.
Wisconsin Lutheran High School Photo #3 - Founded in 1903, Wisconsin Lutheran High School is a prestigious, multiethnic Christian boarding and day school for grades 9-12.
Wisconsin Lutheran High School Photo #4 - Wisconsin Lutheran offers a number of volunteering and study trips locally, nationwide, and globally.
Wisconsin Lutheran High School Photo #5 - Honey Creek Hall Dormitory opened Summer of 2019. Apartment style living with game areas, lounges, state of the art kitchen, and full time residential supervisors with teaching and counseling degrees.
Wisconsin Lutheran High School Photo #6 - Modern classrooms, equipped with advanced camera technology, and 1:1 mobile device teaching gives students the advantage of 21st century learning.
Wisconsin Lutheran High School Photo #7 - WLHS has 3 gymnasiums that provides the many sports teams the ability to practice at the same time. The dormitory residents often use the gyms for basketball, badminton, Futsal and other recreational games.
Wisconsin Lutheran High School Photo #8 - The performing arts at WLHS offer students the choices of musical theatre, concert band, Steel Pan Drum Bands, Handbell Choir, Wisco Kids Show Choir, Solo ensembles, Concerts, performances and competitions. WLHS performing artists regularly receive top awards at regional and state festivals sponsored by WSMA (Wisconsin State Music Association).
Wisconsin Lutheran High School Photo #9 - WLHS 800 seat auditorium provides state of the art facilities for a robust and award-winning performing arts program.
Wisconsin Lutheran High School Photo #10 - Milwaukee is centrally located on the Great Lakes near other popular cities like Chicago and Madison. The city is a beloved US city providing a safe and friendly community for local and international students. Milwaukee's many offerings include beautiful museums, parks, ethnic festivals, The Petit Ice Arena, Harley Davidson Museum, and many recreational activities year round on beautiful Lake Michigan.
Founded in 1903, Wisconsin Lutheran High School (WLHS) is a family of students, teachers and staff working and learning together in a safe, caring and Christian environment.
WLHS seeks to help students develop biblical values and personal skills necessary for a lifetime of service to Jesus in students` homes, churches, careers and communities.
More than 90 percent of WLHS graduates enroll in post-secondary institutions.
WLHS has been accredited through the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod Accreditation (WELSSA), Wisconsin Religious and Independent Schools Association (WRISA) and the National Council for Private School Accreditation (NCPSA), and is a PAVE-identified school.  For more information about WLHS, visit www.wlhs.org.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked WI School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 883 students
  • Average class size: 19 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 31 / Apr. 1 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Wisconsin Lutheran High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for:

School Overview

Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Offers Post-Graduate Year
Yes
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Yes
Year Founded
1903
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details

Student Body

Total Students
883 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
50%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Wisconsin Lutheran High School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
66%
Average Class Size
19 students
Number of AP Courses
14 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
Advanced Accounting, Advanced Fitness and Team Sports, Advanced Metals • Advanced Wood, AP Biology • AP Chemistry • AP Calculus AB • AP Calculus BC • AP Computer Science Principles • AP Economics • AP English Composition • AP English Literature • AP Physics • AP Psychology • AP Statistics • AP U.S. History, AP Visual Arts and Design • Advanced Ceramics 1 • Advanced Ceramics 2 • Advanced Painting • Advanced Painting 2, Honors Algebra 1 • Honors Algebra 2 • Honors Geometry • Honors Trigonometry, Honors Biology • Honors Chemistry, Honors English 9, Principles of Engineering Design
Average SAT score
1270
Average ACT score
23
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Jan. 31 / Apr. 1 / rolling
Tuition Notes
95% of enrolled students receive a conference rate, tuition assistance, or qualify for Milwaukee or Wisconsin School Choice assistance.
Summer Program Cost Notes
Groups of 5 or more accepted with an accompanying chaperone at no cost.
% on Financial Aid
75%
Admissions Director
Brad Wetzel
Admissions Associate
Mark Ricke
Endowment Size
$13 million

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
37 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Agents of Change, Chess Club, Civil Rights Club, Compass (Yearbook), Competitive Esports Team, Drama Club, Forensics, K-Pop Club, Kindness Club, Leadership Training Program, Math Track Team, National Honor Society (NHS), Office Runners, Page Turners Book Club, Pilot (Newspaper), Plautz Fund/Drost Fund, Robotics Club (Technology Design Team), Service Club, Student Council, Tech Team/Sound & Lighting, Tutors

Arts and Music Programs:
Band, band lessons, Brass Ensemble, Choir, Color Guard, Inspiration, Jazz Ensemble, Jubilation, Marching Band, Musical Production, Percussion Ensemble, Play Production, Saxophone Ensemble, Steel Band, WISCO Kids, Woodwind Ensemble

School Notes

  • Over 100 year tradition of excellence in college preparation academics and fine arts with an award winning music program including 7 choirs, 4 bands, many musical ensembles, 2 major drama productions a year, and 3 large scale concerts
  • Over 40 co-curricular clubs, sports teams, competitive academic teams, and music choices81% of AP student test scores receive qualifying scores for college credit
  • Diversity in student body celebrated and part of mission statementWWW Volunteer Organization mobilizes over 120 students into volunteer and problem solving real life experiences locally, in the USA and worldwide
  • Project Lead the WayEngineering Program - completion in program with qualifying scores gains colllege credit with US News and World Report ranked Milwaukee School of Engineering
  • Excellent college counseling Guidance Department
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Kevin Zeitler ('07) - An American football guard for the New York Giants of the National Football League (NFL). Zeitler was ranked No. 4 among guards available in the 2012 NFL Draft. First-round draft pick.
    • Mark Wilson ('93) - Pro US golfer. Wilson won for the first time on the PGA Tour at the Honda Classic in March 2007.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

Who are famous alumni from Wisconsin Lutheran High School?
Wisconsin Lutheran High School famous alumni include: Kevin Zeitler ('07) and Mark Wilson ('93).
Does Wisconsin Lutheran High School offer a summer program?
Yes, Wisconsin Lutheran High School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does Wisconsin Lutheran High School offer?
Wisconsin Lutheran High School offers 13 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling. Wisconsin Lutheran High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for most sports offered.
What is Wisconsin Lutheran High School's ranking?
Wisconsin Lutheran High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body, Most sports offered and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for Wisconsin Lutheran High School?
The application deadline for Wisconsin Lutheran High School is Jan. 31 / Apr. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 31 / Apr. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
What neighborhood is Wisconsin Lutheran High School located?
Wisconsin Lutheran High School is located in the Honey Creek Parkway neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 2 other private schools located in Honey Creek Parkway.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked WI School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 883 students
  • Average class size: 19 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 31 / Apr. 1 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Milwaukee, WI is $6,074 for elementary schools and $11,978 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Milwaukee, WI is 94% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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