Founded in 1903, Wisconsin Lutheran High School (WLHS) is a family of students, teachers and staff working and learning together in a safe, caring and Christian environment.
WLHS seeks to help students develop biblical values and personal skills necessary for a lifetime of service to Jesus in students` homes, churches, careers and communities.
More than 90 percent of WLHS graduates enroll in post-secondary institutions.
WLHS has been accredited through the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod Accreditation (WELSSA), Wisconsin Religious and Independent Schools Association (WRISA) and the National Council for Private School Accreditation (NCPSA), and is a PAVE-identified school. For more information about WLHS, visit www.wlhs.org.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Top Ranked WI School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 883 students
- Average class size: 19 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 31 / Apr. 1 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Wisconsin Lutheran High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
Student Body
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Offers Post-Graduate Year
Yes
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Yes
Year Founded
1903
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
Student Body
Total Students
883 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
50%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
66%
Average Class Size
19 students
Number of AP Courses
14 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
Advanced Accounting, Advanced Fitness and Team Sports, Advanced Metals • Advanced Wood, AP Biology • AP Chemistry • AP Calculus AB • AP Calculus BC • AP Computer Science Principles • AP Economics • AP English Composition • AP English Literature • AP Physics • AP Psychology • AP Statistics • AP U.S. History, AP Visual Arts and Design • Advanced Ceramics 1 • Advanced Ceramics 2 • Advanced Painting • Advanced Painting 2, Honors Algebra 1 • Honors Algebra 2 • Honors Geometry • Honors Trigonometry, Honors Biology • Honors Chemistry, Honors English 9, Principles of Engineering Design
Average SAT score
1270
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
23
(Out of 36)
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jan. 31 / Apr. 1 / rolling
Tuition Notes
95% of enrolled students receive a conference rate, tuition assistance, or qualify for Milwaukee or Wisconsin School Choice assistance.
Summer Program Cost Notes
Groups of 5 or more accepted with an accompanying chaperone at no cost.
% on Financial Aid
75%
Admissions Director
Brad Wetzel
Admissions Associate
Mark Ricke
Endowment Size
$13 million
Sports
Total Sports Offered
13 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
37 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Agents of Change, Chess Club, Civil Rights Club, Compass (Yearbook), Competitive Esports Team, Drama Club, Forensics, K-Pop Club, Kindness Club, Leadership Training Program, Math Track Team, National Honor Society (NHS), Office Runners, Page Turners Book Club, Pilot (Newspaper), Plautz Fund/Drost Fund, Robotics Club (Technology Design Team), Service Club, Student Council, Tech Team/Sound & Lighting, Tutors
Arts and Music Programs:
Band, band lessons, Brass Ensemble, Choir, Color Guard, Inspiration, Jazz Ensemble, Jubilation, Marching Band, Musical Production, Percussion Ensemble, Play Production, Saxophone Ensemble, Steel Band, WISCO Kids, Woodwind Ensemble
Agents of Change, Chess Club, Civil Rights Club, Compass (Yearbook), Competitive Esports Team, Drama Club, Forensics, K-Pop Club, Kindness Club, Leadership Training Program, Math Track Team, National Honor Society (NHS), Office Runners, Page Turners Book Club, Pilot (Newspaper), Plautz Fund/Drost Fund, Robotics Club (Technology Design Team), Service Club, Student Council, Tech Team/Sound & Lighting, Tutors
Arts and Music Programs:
Band, band lessons, Brass Ensemble, Choir, Color Guard, Inspiration, Jazz Ensemble, Jubilation, Marching Band, Musical Production, Percussion Ensemble, Play Production, Saxophone Ensemble, Steel Band, WISCO Kids, Woodwind Ensemble
School Notes
- Over 100 year tradition of excellence in college preparation academics and fine arts with an award winning music program including 7 choirs, 4 bands, many musical ensembles, 2 major drama productions a year, and 3 large scale concerts
- Over 40 co-curricular clubs, sports teams, competitive academic teams, and music choices81% of AP student test scores receive qualifying scores for college credit
- Diversity in student body celebrated and part of mission statementWWW Volunteer Organization mobilizes over 120 students into volunteer and problem solving real life experiences locally, in the USA and worldwide
- Project Lead the WayEngineering Program - completion in program with qualifying scores gains colllege credit with US News and World Report ranked Milwaukee School of Engineering
- Excellent college counseling Guidance Department
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Kevin Zeitler ('07) - An American football guard for the New York Giants of the National Football League (NFL). Zeitler was ranked No. 4 among guards available in the 2012 NFL Draft. First-round draft pick.
- Mark Wilson ('93) - Pro US golfer. Wilson won for the first time on the PGA Tour at the Honda Classic in March 2007.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are famous alumni from Wisconsin Lutheran High School?
Wisconsin Lutheran High School famous alumni include: Kevin Zeitler ('07) and Mark Wilson ('93).
Does Wisconsin Lutheran High School offer a summer program?
Yes, Wisconsin Lutheran High School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does Wisconsin Lutheran High School offer?
Wisconsin Lutheran High School offers 13 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling. Wisconsin Lutheran High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for most sports offered.
What is Wisconsin Lutheran High School's ranking?
Wisconsin Lutheran High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body, Most sports offered and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for Wisconsin Lutheran High School?
The application deadline for Wisconsin Lutheran High School is Jan. 31 / Apr. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 31 / Apr. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
In what neighborhood is Wisconsin Lutheran High School located?
Wisconsin Lutheran High School is located in the Honey Creek Parkway neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 2 other private schools located in Honey Creek Parkway.
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