St. John-st James Lutheran School

St. John–James Lutheran School in Reedsville, WI offers co–ed education for grades PK through 8 in a rural community setting.
The school enrolls 75 udents with a student–teacher ratio of 15:1, supported by 5 teachers.
Founded in 1857,. John–James Lutheran School is affiliated with the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod.
The udent body includes 2.22% students of color, reflecting some racial diversity within the school population.
The school maintains a formal dress code and serves families seeking a private Lutheran elementary and middle school in rural Wisconsin.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • 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.: 11:1
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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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked WI School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 75 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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