Salem Lutheran School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked WI School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 182 students
Yearly Tuition: $8,300
Acceptance rate: 95%
Average class size: 17 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

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

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod School Accreditation (WELSSA)

Religious Affiliation

Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Salem Lutheran School
Pre-K	16
Kind	20
1	13
2	21
3	13
4	23
5	20
6	18
7	18
8	20

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Year Founded

1847

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Student Body

Total Students

182 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

72%

State avg.: 35%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

9 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

20:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

15%

Average Class Size

17 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

School uniforms required

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$8,300

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Tuition Notes

Participates in the Milwaukee and Wisconsin Parental Choice Programs

% on Financial Aid

99%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$8,300

Acceptance Rate

95%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Nicholas Bush

Admissions Associate

Kurt Maciejczak

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

5 sports

Sports

BasketballCross Country

SoftballTrack and Field

Volleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

4 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Arts and Music Programs:

Band LessonsChoir

DramaForensics Team

School Notes

Salem Evangelical Lutheran School is a Preschool (4K) - 8th grade school that uses God's Word and Jesus' love to create and environment that provides a safe, challenging, and enjoyable place to learn about our Savior and achieve academic success.
Our school is continually looking for ways to meet today's families' needs for spiritual and educational growth. If you are looking for a place where love and respect are part of the daily schedule, then make time to visit Salem Lutheran School, so we can share with you how, through Jesus, Salem can be a realistic choice for your family.

Salem Evangelical Lutheran School is a Preschool (4K) - 8th grade school that uses God's Word and Jesus' love to create and environment that provides a safe, challenging, and enjoyable place to learn about our Savior and achieve academic success. Our school is continually looking for ways to meet today's families' needs for spiritual and educational growth.If you are looking for a place where love and respect are part of the daily schedule, then make time to visit Salem Lutheran School, so we can share with you how, through Jesus, Salem can be a realistic choice for your family.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Salem Lutheran School cost?

Salem Lutheran School's tuition is approximately $8,300 for private students.

What schools are Salem Lutheran School often compared to?

Salem Lutheran School is often viewed alongside schools like Mt Lebanon Lutheran School by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of Salem Lutheran School?

The acceptance rate of Salem Lutheran School is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 90%.

What sports does Salem Lutheran School offer?

Salem Lutheran School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is Salem Lutheran School's ranking?

Salem Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Salem Lutheran School?

The application deadline for Salem Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Salem Lutheran School located?

Salem Lutheran School is located in the Maple Tree neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Milwaukee, WI is $8,948 for elementary schools and $15,750 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Milwaukee, WI is 88% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).