First Immanuel Lutheran School

First Immanuel Lutheran School exists to provide the children of our community with a Christ centered, quality education where our students learn to: Identify themselves as children of God; Respond to God`s forgiving love with lives of Christian faith, worship, service, love, and hope; Relate responsibly to God`s creation by acquiring knowledge and understanding and developing talents and skills for responsible living and serving.
Our Cedarburg campus serves over 440 students age 2 through grade 8.
We exceed State of Wisconsin educational guidelines and are nationally accredited.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked WI School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
  • Enrollment: 357 students
  • Average class size: 17 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

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

Category
Attribute
Sports offered
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-8
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild learning differences
Year Founded
1853

Student Body

Total Students
357 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
2%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
First Immanuel Lutheran School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
41%
Average Class Size
17 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
No uniforms

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition varies based on grade. Call Teresa Hajdu at 262-377-6610 for more information.
% on Financial Aid
15%
Admissions Director
First Immanuel

Sports

Total Sports Offered
7 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
8 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Student Council

Club or Organization:
Lego League, MathCounts, Piecemakers Quilting

Arts and Music Programs:
Band, Chapel Bells Handbell Choir, King's Players Recorder Troupe, Wildcat Music Ensemble

School Notes

  • What makes First Immanuel so special * EVERY child in grades 1-8 has an iPad or Chrome Book to use;each Kindergarten and Early Childhood classroom has several iPads for student use
  • FILS offers Spanish to students in grades 4-8
  • We offer advanced math, including high school algebra and geometry
  • Grades 7 and 8 take a biennial trip to Washington DC
  • Our robust interscholastic athletic program starts in grade 3
  • We have Smart Boards in every classroom
  • * Our popular early childhood programs now start at age 2, includes a multi-age school day option for students ages 3, 4 & 5 and several class offerings for students in our traditional preschool and pre-kindergarten
  • Our middle school is fully departmentalized
  • We offer our full-day students Before School Care Class from 6 a.m. 7:30 a.m. and After School Care Class from 2:30 p.m. 6 p.m.
  • A Student grant program, the FIL Studentship Award, is available for all who qualify
  • More than 45% of our students are non-members
  • Our graduates excel in high school - over the past three years 66% made honor roll in their respective high schools
  • First Immanuel School has experienced continuous growth over the past 5 years.
  • Our students hear about Christ`s love and salvation every day!
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does First Immanuel Lutheran School offer?
First Immanuel Lutheran School offers 7 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball. First Immanuel Lutheran School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for most sports offered.
What is First Immanuel Lutheran School's ranking?
First Immanuel Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for: Largest student body, Most sports offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for First Immanuel Lutheran School?
The application deadline for First Immanuel Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked WI School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
  • Enrollment: 357 students
  • Average class size: 17 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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