St. Johns Evangelical Lutheran School in Sparta, WI serves 52 co–ed udents from pre–kindergarten through 8th grade in a town setting.
Founded in 1903, the school operates under the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod and offers a regular elementary and secondary program.
The school maintains an average class size of 10 and a udent–teacher ratio of 13:1 with 4 total teachers.
Tuition is $1,640 per year, ranking the school among the more affordable private options in Wisconsin.
The udent body includes approximately 2% students of color, reflecting limited racial diversity in the community.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 52 students
- Yearly Tuition: $1,640
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Johns Evangelical Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
BARTON/TUTORING
Year Founded
1903
Student Body
Total Students
52 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
2%
State avg.: 35%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
4%
Average Class Size
10 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Please speak with the principal
Admissions Director
Phil Yahnke
Admissions Associate
Mimi Richmond
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
BandChoir
Piano
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Johns Evangelical Lutheran School cost?
St. Johns Evangelical Lutheran School's tuition is approximately $1,640 for private students.
What schools are St. Johns Evangelical Lutheran School often compared to?
St. Johns Evangelical Lutheran School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Paul Lutheran School by visitors of our site.
What sports does St. Johns Evangelical Lutheran School offer?
St. Johns Evangelical Lutheran School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Track and Field and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for St. Johns Evangelical Lutheran School?
The application deadline for St. Johns Evangelical Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Patricks School (0.1 miles away)
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(608) 269-4748
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Gr: PK-8 | 55 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
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(Math: 28% | Reading: 25%)
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(608) 366-3438
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(608) 366-3400
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(608) 366-3400
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(608) 366-3504
Sparta, WI 54656
(608) 366-3504
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(608) 366-3497
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