St. Matthews Lutheran School in oddard, WI, offers co–ed education for grades PK through 8 in a rural community setting.
The school enrolls 43 udents with a student–teacher ratio of 11:1 supported by 4 teachers.
Tuition is $1,300 per year, placing it among the more affordable private schools in Wisconsin.
Matthews Lutheran School is affiliated with the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod and accredited by WELSSA.
The school ranks within the top 20% atewide for affordability and for the number of sports offered among private schools.
Quick Facts (2026)
- 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 ClubRocket Club
Arts and Music Programs:
BandPiano 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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