St. Matthews Lutheran School serves 43 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, is a member of the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod School Accreditation (WELSSA).
The student:teacher of St. Matthews Lutheran School is 11:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 43 students
- Yearly Tuition: $1,300
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Matthews Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
43 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Max of $3000 per family
Sports
Total Sports Offered
9 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Chess Club, Rocket Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Band, Piano Lessons
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Matthews Lutheran School cost?
St. Matthews Lutheran School's tuition is approximately $1,300 for private students.
What sports does St. Matthews Lutheran School offer?
St. Matthews Lutheran School offers 9 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Flag Football, Football, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball. St. Matthews 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. Matthews Lutheran School?
The application deadline for St. Matthews Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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Established in 1979, St. Matthew's provides a Christ-centered, academically challenging elementary school education to children from Stoddard, Chaseburg, La Crosse, and other nearby cities and villages. St. Matthew's offers a small, highly personal environment for your child to learn not only at a school, but among family.
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