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St. Marcus Lutheran School

2215 N Palmer St
Milwaukee, WI 53212

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St. Marcus Lutheran School in Milwaukee, WI, serves 937 udents from pre–kindergarten through 8th grade in a city neighborhood setting.

Founded in 1872, this co–ed school is affiliated with the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod and operates within a large city community.

The udent–teacher ratio of 16:1 with a total of 57 teachers supporting a diverse student body where 97.9% of enrolled students are students of color.

The school has an acceptance rate of 96%, reflecting its enrollment openness relative to other Milwaukee private schools.

Marcus Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools atewide in Wisconsin for diversity, enrollment size, and school history.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked WI School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 937 students
Acceptance rate: 96%
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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St. Marcus Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for:

School Overview

Religious Affiliation

Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Year Founded

1872

School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

937 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

98%

State avg.: 35%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

57 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

16:1

National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Acceptance Rate

96%

National avg.: 82%

Application URL

Online Application

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of St. Marcus Lutheran School?

The acceptance rate of St. Marcus Lutheran School is 96%, which is higher than the national average of 90%.

What is St. Marcus Lutheran School's ranking?

St. Marcus Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for: Highest percentage of students of color, Largest student body and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for St. Marcus Lutheran School?

The application deadline for St. Marcus Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is St. Marcus Lutheran School located?

St. Marcus Lutheran School is located in the Brewers Hill neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI.

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked WI School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 937 students
Acceptance rate: 96%
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Milwaukee, WI is $8,933 for elementary schools and $15,750 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Milwaukee, WI is 88% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).