St. Matthew's Lutheran School (WELS) exists to assist the families of our congregation, the community of Iron Ridge, and surrounding communities by providing a high-quality Christ-centered education for training lifelong Disciples of Christ. Our aim is to equip every student with the Bible's answers providing them with everything they need to know to obtain God's gift of eternal life and to live as his servants and witnesses in our community and in our world.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 42 students
- Yearly Tuition: $1,800
- Acceptance rate: 100%
- Average class size: 5 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Matthew's Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for:
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1916
Student Body
Total Students
42 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
![St. Matthew's Lutheran School Student By Grade St. Matthew's Lutheran School Student By Grade](http://images1.privateschoolreview.com/charts/30000/30113/st-matthew-s-lutheran-school-chart-omji3eo2hbcs.png)
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
5 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition is for any non-member family, regardless of religious affiliation. Members of the congregation pay $1,200. In addition, every student pays a $285.00 Education Fee which covers books, supplies, and technology costs.
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Mr. Kevin Lorge
Admissions Associate
Mrs. Deborah Foulkes
Sports
Total Sports Offered
7 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
2 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
Hand Bells, School Musical
Hand Bells, School Musical
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Matthew's Lutheran School cost?
St. Matthew's Lutheran School's tuition is approximately $1,800 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Matthew's Lutheran School?
The acceptance rate of St. Matthew's Lutheran School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 93%.
What sports does St. Matthew's Lutheran School offer?
St. Matthew's Lutheran School offers 7 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball. St. Matthew's Lutheran School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for St. Matthew's Lutheran School?
The application deadline for St. Matthew's Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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