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Luther Prep is a four year preparatory high school owned and operated by the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod.
The continuing mission and purpose of Luther Preparatory School is to prepare and encourage young men and women for the full time ministry in the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked WI School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 422 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $6,895
  • Average class size: 18 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Luther Prep ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1865
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Motto
Preparing for Ministry - Preparing for Life
School Mascot
The Phoenix

Student Body

Total Students
422 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
13%
State avg.: 35%
Students by Grade
Luther Prep Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
70%
Average Class Size
18 students
Number of AP Courses
5 courses
List of Courses Offered
Average ACT score
25
(Out of 36)
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
School Colors
Navy Blue, Gold

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition includes all school fees. Room and board are not included in tuition.
% on Financial Aid
75%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$2,500
Admissions Director
Rev. Evan Chartrand
Application URL

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
10 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Clubs (Chess, Comic, Pep, Junior Classical League, Culture, Rock Climbing, Winter Running, and more), Forensics Team, Student Council, Yearbook

Arts and Music Programs:
Band, Choir, Drama productions (3 each year), Instrumental Ensembles (Brass, Strings, Guitar, Jazz Band, Pep Band, and more)

Recreational Athletic Programs:
Intramural Sports (Flag Football, Basketball, Volleyball, Indoor Soccer), Weightlifting

School Notes

With the guidance and help of the Holy Spirit, this school will strive
  • to proclaim, teach, and apply faithfully the Word of God in all courses of instruction and in all other areas of campus life, in keeping with the holy Scriptures and the teachings of the Lutheran confessions;
  • to promote continuing spiritual growth and faithful Christian discipleship among all members of our campus family through the use of the means of grace;
  • to provide a challenging academic course of study in religion, languages, history, science, mathematics, and the arts, in order to prepare students for continuing their preparation for full time ministry;
  • to enable all students to develop their God-given talents by providing them with a wide range of opportunities in the areas of music, forensics, drama, athletics, social life, and Christian service;
  • to promote the high calling of the public ministry through the continuing recruitment and retention of qualified students and through a positive image of the ministry among faculty members;
  • and to deal lovingly and evangelically with each student as a redeemed child of God, offering counseling, encouragement, and loving Christian discipline.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Luther Prep cost?
Luther Prep's tuition is approximately $6,895 for private students.
What schools are Luther Prep often compared to?
Luther Prep is often viewed alongside schools like Lakeside Lutheran High School by visitors of our site.
What sports does Luther Prep offer?
Luther Prep offers 12 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Dance, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling. Luther Prep is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for most sports offered.
What is Luther Prep's ranking?
When is the application deadline for Luther Prep?
The application deadline for Luther Prep is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked WI School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 422 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $6,895
  • Average class size: 18 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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