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St. John Lutheran School

1104 E 3rd St Merrill, WI 54452

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked WI School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 186 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $2,100
  • Acceptance rate: 100%
  • Average class size: 19 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked WI School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 186 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $2,100
  • Acceptance rate: 100%
  • Average class size: 19 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

St. John Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for:

Category
Attribute
Affordability
School History

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1885

Student Body

Total Students
186 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
19 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Many payment plans available, as well as tuition assistance and scrip gift card program.
% on Financial Aid
20%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$500
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
St. John Lutheran School
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Sports

Total Sports Offered
3 sports

School Notes

  • St. John Lutheran School is an excellent school where the Word of God is taught on a daily basis, where students develop a close relationship with their God, their peers, and their teachers, and where a dedicated staff strives to lead our children in becoming all they can be.
  • At St. John we have high academic standards and high behavioral standards, and we have created a safe learning environment where students grow in faith and knowledge.
  • St. John Lutheran School seeks to help each child develop a personal relationship with the Triune God; grow spiritually, intellectually, and emotionally; and live as a productive Christian citizen.
  • St. John Lutheran School is an excellent school where the Word of God is taught on a daily basis, where students develop a close relationship with their God, their peers, and their teachers, and where a dedicated staff strives to lead our children in becoming all they can be. At St. John we have high academic standards and high behavioral standards, and we have created a safe learning environment where students grow in faith and knowledge. St. John Lutheran School seeks to help each child develop a personal relationship with the Triune God; grow spiritually, intellectually, and emotionally; and live as a productive Christian citizen.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. John Lutheran School cost?
St. John Lutheran School's tuition is approximately $2,100 for private students.
What schools are St. John Lutheran School often compared to?
St. John Lutheran School is often viewed alongside schools like Trinity Lutheran School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of St. John Lutheran School?
The acceptance rate of St. John Lutheran School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 92%.
What sports does St. John Lutheran School offer?
St. John Lutheran School offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Soccer and Volleyball.
What is St. John Lutheran School's ranking?
St. John Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for: Least expensive tuition and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. John Lutheran School?
The application deadline for St. John Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Wisconsin is $4,936 for elementary schools and $9,979 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Wisconsin is 92% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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