St. James Evang Lutheran School

At St James Evang Lutheran preschool, We experience has become an important part of education.
Our program centers on Jesus' love, which is expressed by daily use of prayers, songs and Bible stories.
We also provide activities to develop small and large muscles, letter and number awareness, artistic talents, and social interactions.
Our preschool provides an excellent avenue for preparing your child to enter the school environment for kindergarten.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 78 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8

Student Body

Total Students
78 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
21%
State avg.: 35%
Students by Grade
St. James Evang Lutheran School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for St. James Evang Lutheran School?
The application deadline for St. James Evang Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. James Evang Lutheran School located?
St. James Evang Lutheran School is located in the Washington Heights neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 4 other private schools located in Washington Heights.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 78 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Milwaukee, WI is $8,995 for elementary schools and $15,437 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Milwaukee, WI is 86% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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