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 (2020)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Students: 110 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
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | Council for Exceptional Children |
| Religious Affiliation | Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten-8 |
| Year Founded | 1859 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 110 students |
| Student Body Type | n/a |
| % Students of Color | 8% State avg.: 28% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 7 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 16:1 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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