First Evangelical Lutheran School
Tel:
(608) 784-1050
First Lutheran School was first organized in 1859 by Pastor Fachtmann, our first Pastor, who maintained it for 7 years before the first teacher was hired.
Remaining as a Christian day school since its inception, our school blossomed from only a few pupils to a record enrollment of 295 students set in 1961.
In recent years, our school has maintained a fairly stable enrollment of about 115 students.
We assist families in the spiritual growth of their children to know and live for their Savior Jesus Christ in all areas of their lives.
Quick Stats (2021)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Students: 109 students
- Yearly Tuition: $3,650
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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First Evangelical Lutheran School places among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for:
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- School History Oldest founding date
School Overview
| Religious Affiliation | Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten-8 |
| Year Founded | 1859 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 109 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 6 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 18:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 10% |
| Average Class Size | 12 students |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual (non-offensive, neat, clean clothing) |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $3,650 |
| Tuition Notes | non-member tuition is listed, other WELS is 2100 and members pay 500 |
| Admissions Director | Matthew Meitner |
| Admissions Associate | Rachel Radloff |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 4 sports |
| Sports | Basketball, Softball, Track and Field, VolleyballBasketball, Softball, Track and Field, Volleyball, |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 4 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Arts and Music Programs: band, choir, fine arts, piano |
School Notes
- First Lutheran School was blessed in 2002 with a new gymnasium, music room, technology lab, library, and school offices.
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38 - La CrosseMt. Calvary-grace Lutheran School(Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)Grades: PK-8 | 78 students
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78 - La CrosseProvidence Academy(Roman Catholic)Grades: PK-12 | 100 students
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