First Immanuel Lutheran School exists to provide the children of our community with a Christ centered, quality education where our students learn to: Identify themselves as children of God; Respond to God`s forgiving love with lives of Christian faith, worship, service, love, and hope; Relate responsibly to God`s creation by acquiring knowledge and understanding and developing talents and skills for responsible living and serving.
Our Cedarburg campus serves over 440 students age 2 through grade 8.
We exceed State of Wisconsin educational guidelines and are nationally accredited.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked WI School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 426 students
- Average class size: 17 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
First Immanuel Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
Sports offered
School History
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild learning differences
Year Founded
1853
Student Body
Total Students
426 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
1%
State avg.: 35%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
41%
Average Class Size
17 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
No uniforms
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition varies based on grade. Call Teresa Hajdu at 262-377-6610 for more information.
% on Financial Aid
15%
Admissions Director
First Immanuel
Sports
Total Sports Offered
7 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
8 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Student Council
Club or Organization:
Lego League, MathCounts, Piecemakers Quilting
Arts and Music Programs:
Band, Chapel Bells Handbell Choir, King's Players Recorder Troupe, Wildcat Music Ensemble
Club or Organization:
Lego League, MathCounts, Piecemakers Quilting
Arts and Music Programs:
Band, Chapel Bells Handbell Choir, King's Players Recorder Troupe, Wildcat Music Ensemble
School Notes
- What makes First Immanuel so special * EVERY child in grades 1-8 has an iPad or Chrome Book to use;each Kindergarten and Early Childhood classroom has several iPads for student use
- FILS offers Spanish to students in grades 4-8
- We offer advanced math, including high school algebra and geometry
- Grades 7 and 8 take a biennial trip to Washington DC
- Our robust interscholastic athletic program starts in grade 3
- We have Smart Boards in every classroom
- * Our popular early childhood programs now start at age 2, includes a multi-age school day option for students ages 3, 4 & 5 and several class offerings for students in our traditional preschool and pre-kindergarten
- Our middle school is fully departmentalized
- We offer our full-day students Before School Care Class from 6 a.m. 7:30 a.m. and After School Care Class from 2:30 p.m. 6 p.m.
- A Student grant program, the FIL Studentship Award, is available for all who qualify
- More than 45% of our students are non-members
- Our graduates excel in high school - over the past three years 66% made honor roll in their respective high schools
- First Immanuel School has experienced continuous growth over the past 5 years.
- Our students hear about Christ`s love and salvation every day!
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does First Immanuel Lutheran School offer?
First Immanuel Lutheran School offers 7 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball. First Immanuel Lutheran School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for most sports offered.
What is First Immanuel Lutheran School's ranking?
First Immanuel Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for: Largest student body, Most sports offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for First Immanuel Lutheran School?
The application deadline for First Immanuel Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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