St. John-st James Lutheran School serves 75 students in grades Prekindergarten-8.
The student:teacher of St. John-st James Lutheran School is 15:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked WI School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 75 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. John-st James Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1857
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
75 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
2%
State avg.: 35%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
School Notes
- School Motto: Tell the Next Generation!
- St. John - St. James Lutheran is an accredited school. We are also enrolled in the Wisconsin School Choice Program.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does St. John-st James Lutheran School offer?
St. John-st James Lutheran School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is St. John-st James Lutheran School's ranking?
St. John-st James Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. John-st James Lutheran School?
The application deadline for St. John-st James Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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