Luther Prep Photo - LPS Bell Tower

Best Jefferson County Private High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 private high schools serving 984 students in Jefferson County, WI.
The top-ranked private high schools in Jefferson County, WI include Maranatha Baptist Academy, Luther Prep, and Lakeside Lutheran High School.
100% of private high schools in Jefferson County, WI are religiously affiliated (most commonly Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod and Baptist).

Top-Ranked Jefferson County Private High Schools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Lakeside Lutheran High School
Lakeside Lutheran High School Photo - Lakeside students have a fantastic selection of musical opportunities. Vocalists enjoy 3 choirs & Swing Choir. Instrumentalists can participate in Marching Band, Concert Band, Jazz & Percussion Ensembles, Pep Band and solo/ensemble groups for WSMA competitions. Summer Band offers opportunities for color guards as well, with travel during the summer months.
(Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
231 Woodland Beach Rd
Lake Mills, WI 53551
(920) 648-2321
Gr: 9-12 | 459 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 20 Tuition listed
Luther Prep
Luther Prep Photo - LPS Bell Tower
(Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
1300 Western Ave
Watertown, WI 53094
(920) 261-4352
Gr: 9-12 | 422 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 12 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition listed
Maranatha Baptist Academy
(Baptist)
745 W Main St
Watertown, WI 53094
(920) 206-2367
Gr: 9-12 | 65 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 3 Tuition listed
Faith Community Christian School
(Christian)
W5949 Hackbarth Rd
Fort Atkinson, WI 53538
(920) 563-9954
Gr: K-11 | 38 students
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Jefferson County, Wisconsin

Jefferson County Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
205 Milwaukee Ave
Waterloo, WI 53594
(920) 478-3221
Gr: PK-7 | 37 students

Overview

This County (Jefferson County)
This State (WI)
# Schools
4 Schools

Student Body:

# Students
984 Students
52,538 Students
% Average Students of Color
12%
40%

Academics and Faculty:

# Teachers
89 Teachers
4,474 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
65%
50%
Average Class Size
16 students
15 students
Average Number of AP Courses
5 courses
12 courses
Average ACT score
25
(Out of 36)
24

Tuition and Acceptance Rate:

Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$7,255
$11,638
Average % on Financial Aid
43%
44%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$2,555
$3,573

Students by Ethnicity:

0.22
0.67
# American Indian Students
1 Student
208 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
n/a
# Asian Students
25 Students
2,096 Students
% Asian Students
3%
4%
# Hispanic Students
57 Students
8,856 Students
% Hispanic Students
6%
16%
# Black Students
33 Students
7,894 Students
% Black Students
3%
15%
# White Students
866 Students
28,512 Students
% White Students
88%
52%
# Hawaiian Students
1 Student
64 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
% of Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
# Others Students
2 Students
6,849 Students
% of Others Students
n/a
13%
All Ethnic Groups

Extracurriculars and Sports:

Average Number of Extracurriculars
15 extracurriculars
13 extracurriculars
Average Number of Sports
10 sports
10 sports

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked private high schools in Jefferson County, WI?
The top-ranked private high schools in Jefferson County, WI include Maranatha Baptist Academy, Luther Prep, and Lakeside Lutheran High School.
How many private high schools are located in Jefferson County?
4 private high schools are located in Jefferson County.
What percentage of private high schools are religiously affiliated in Jefferson County?
100% of private high schools in Jefferson County are religiously affiliated (most commonly Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod and Baptist).
Which private high schools in Jefferson County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of private high schools in Jefferson County include: Luther Prep vs. Lakeside Lutheran High School, Lakeside Lutheran High School vs. Luther Prep

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