Shining Star Christian Schools serves 401 students in grades Prekindergarten-8.
The student:teacher of Shining Star Christian Schools is 22:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Christian.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked WI School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 401 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Shining Star Christian Schools ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for:
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
401 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
99%
State avg.: 35%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shining Star Christian Schools's ranking?
Shining Star Christian Schools 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 Shining Star Christian Schools?
The application deadline for Shining Star Christian Schools is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Shining Star Christian Schools located?
Shining Star Christian Schools is located in the Grantosa neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 3 other private schools located in Grantosa.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Shining Star Christian Schools is Divine Savior Holy Angels High School (0.4 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Margaret Mary (0.2 miles away)
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Quick Facts
St. Margaret Mary
(Catholic)
3950 N 92nd St
Milwaukee, WI 53222
(414) 463-8760
Milwaukee, WI 53222
(414) 463-8760
0.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 205 students
Grace Christian School
(Christian)
9900 W Capitol Dr
Milwaukee, WI 53222
(414) 464-9220
Milwaukee, WI 53222
(414) 464-9220
0.3 miles
Gr: K-8 | 26 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
4257 N 100th St
Milwaukee, WI 53222
(414) 462-3742
Milwaukee, WI 53222
(414) 462-3742
0.4 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 680 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Milwaukee Lutheran High School![Milwaukee Lutheran High School Photo]( "Milwaukee Lutheran High School Photo")
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
9700 W Grantosa Drive
Milwaukee, WI 53222
(414) 461-6000
Milwaukee, WI 53222
(414) 461-6000
0.4 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 825 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 16 | Extracurrculars: 18 Tuition listed
Sainta
All-boys | Special Education School
8901 W Capitol Dr
Milwaukee, WI 53222
(414) 463-1880
Milwaukee, WI 53222
(414) 463-1880
0.4 miles
Gr: 2-11 | 32 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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