St. Johns Lutheran School serves 90 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, is a member of the Other school association(s) and the National Council for Private School Accreditation.
The student:teacher of St. Johns Lutheran School is 11:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 90 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Johns Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Sports offered
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
90 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
5%
State avg.: 35%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Sports
Total Sports Offered
10 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
2 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
First Lego League Robotics
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Running Club
First Lego League Robotics
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Running Club
School Notes
- What is St. John's Mission Statement? The mission of St. John's Ev. Lutheran School is to assist parents in the God-given responsibility for their children's spiritual training. We recognize the Bible as God's Word and Luther's Catechism as a correct summary of the Bible's teaching. We rely on the Holy Spirit to create and strengthen faith through his chosen means of grace (Gospel in Word and sacrament). Our congregation is dedicated to teaching students the skills, knowledge, and attitudes they need for a life of service in the Church and society.
- What is St. John's Curriculum? The course of study for WELS elementary schools and the course of study for the State of Wisconsin serve as guidelines for the goals, methods, and contents of instruction. A curriculum summary is listed below:
- Religion: Christ-Light Curriculum, Catechism, Hymnology
- Language Arts: Reading, Writing, Speaking, Listening, Technology
- Social Studies: History, Geography, Citizenship
- Science: General Science, Health
- Fine Arts: Music, Art, Choir, Band, Forensics, Drama
- Mathematics: General math, Geometry, Pre-Algebra
- Physical Education: We offer co-curricular athletic teams in addition to the physical education curriculum
- How Do I Enroll my child? Thank you for your interest in St. John's School. You will find a copy of our school handbook and recent publications on this website: www.sjln.org. If you have further questions, feel free to contact me by telephone: 920-758-2633 or e-mail: dbackus@sjln.org. I'd be happy also to set up a time to meet with you, give you a tour of our school, and explain our enrollment procedure. Thanks again for considering St. John's!! -- David Backus, Principal
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are St. Johns Lutheran School often compared to?
St. Johns Lutheran School is often viewed alongside schools like Bethany Evangelical Lutheran School by visitors of our site.
What sports does St. Johns Lutheran School offer?
St. Johns Lutheran School offers 10 interscholastic sports: Archery, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Flag Football, Football, Soccer, Swimming, Track and Field and Volleyball. St. Johns 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. Johns Lutheran School?
The application deadline for St. Johns Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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