Greater Holy Temple Christian Academy was the dream of the late Elder Joseph Robert DeShazer, Jr., who was the brother of our Founder and Executive Director, Pastor James E. DeShazer.
Elder Joseph R. DeShazer was the Pastor and Founder of Greater Holy Temple Church of God in Christ, and the First Administrative Assistant and President of the State Evangelist Department of the 3rd Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction of Church of God in Christ.
He was a graduate of Marquette University and Rhema Bible Institute, which demonstrates that education was important for his own success.
Greater Holy Temple is dedicated to serving a diverse population and providing its students with a supportive learning environment to inspire all students to strive for excellence in pursuing a strong academic and Christian environment, in order to succeed in and contribute to the community.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked WI School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 392 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Greater Holy Temple Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
392 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 35%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greater Holy Temple Christian Academy's ranking?
Greater Holy Temple Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for: Highest percentage of students of color and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Greater Holy Temple Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Greater Holy Temple Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Greater Holy Temple Christian Academy located?
Greater Holy Temple Christian Academy is located in the Silver Spring neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 3 other private schools located in Silver Spring.
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