Garden Homes Lutheran School (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked WI School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 280 students
Yearly Tuition: $6,700
Acceptance rate: 98%
Average class size: 23 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

Garden Homes Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Garden Homes Lutheran School
Nursery	16
Pre-K	34
Kind	26
1	23
2	22
3	24
4	28
5	26
6	28
7	30
8	23

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Year Founded

1954

School Calendar

Awards

Blue Ribbon School

Student Body

Total Students

280 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

98%

State avg.: 35%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

12 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

23:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

30%

Average Class Size

23 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

uniforms are navy pants/skirts/sweaters; white button down shirts/blouses; black shoes and belts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod School Accreditation (WELSSA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$6,700

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Acceptance Rate

98%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

John R. Wesenberg

Sports

Total Sports Offered

4 sports

Sports

BasketballSoccer

Track and FieldVolleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

6 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Arduino 101Mindstorm Robotics Club

Student Council

Arts and Music Programs:

Forensics TeamHand Bell Choir

Junior Choir

School Notes

Garden Homes Lutheran School (GHLS) is a licensed and accredited Evangelical Christian school that participates in the Milwaukee Parental Choice Program. GHLS is a member of the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod (WELS) school system--the 4th largest private/parochial school system in the United States.
The WELS international headquarters is located in Milwaukee, WI. GHLS's Christ-centered curriculum trains the whole child: mind, body, and soul.
Our high standards, no excuses approach is meshed with a loving, positive, and supportive school culture that nurtures students to use all their gifts to the glory of God. Our school vision statement is, "Every Student Loves, Learns, Laughs, and Leads.".

Garden Homes Lutheran School (GHLS) sits on the edge of Garden Homes Historic District, our nation's first municipally sponsored, community owned housing project, now a part of the City of Milwaukee. The school came into existence in 1954. Our new school building, openedin the fall of 2004,enabled us to expand our enrollment as part of the Milwaukee Parental Choice Program. Our old school, across Roosevelt Drive from our current campus, is the home of the Light House Youth Center, a Lutheran-Christian ministry for youth from 5thgrade through high school.
Our student body is usually around 250 children (K3-8) and is nurtured by aloving and qualified staff of 13 teachers and 3 administrators, all holding undergraduate and/or graduate degrees in education. Several Educational Assistants (EA) are also employed to assist teachers and students. Classroom size currently averages between 20 and 25 students.
GHLS is a Christian school in the Lutheran tradition. We are owned and operated by Garden Homes Lutheran Church (GHLC). Both GHLS and GHLC are members of the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod (WELS), headquartered in Milwaukee, but with churches and schools all over the United States and in several other countries. The WELS school system is the 4th largest private/parochial school system in America.GHLS is accredited by Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod School Accreditation (WELSSA) and the National Council on 草榴社区 School Education (NCPSE). We have been a Milwaukee Parental Choice school since 2000, and are listed in the Great Schools Directory forthe State of Wisconsin.GHLSseeks to educate the whole child: mind, body, and soul, within a loving, positive, and supportive school culture ofhigh expectations andno excuses. Our curriculum is tied to the Wisconsin State Standards and provides a complete complement ofcourses for students that excel as well as those who struggle. Special education and Title 1 services provide additional support for students who need a little extra.All of the secular subjects traditionally taught at this educational level are taught at GHLS (Math, Reading, Phonics, Language Arts, Science, Social Studies, History, etc.) These subjects, and all of GHLS`s curriculum, is tied to state standards and "Christ-centered", meaning that they are presented with the absolute truth of God`s Word as their ultimate guide. In every subject and every lesson, opportunities are seized for presenting how God`s wisdom, power, and love in Christ, are evident. Every day in every class, students are encouraged to see God more clearly, love him more dearly, and follow him more nearly.In addition to teaching the traditional, secular subjects, GHLS also teaches religion classes that are a more concentrated and in-depth look at the Bible.

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How much does Garden Homes Lutheran School cost?

Garden Homes Lutheran School's tuition is approximately $6,700 for private students.

What schools are Garden Homes Lutheran School often compared to?

Garden Homes Lutheran School is often viewed alongside schools like Atonement Lutheran School by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of Garden Homes Lutheran School?

The acceptance rate of Garden Homes Lutheran School is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 90%.

What sports does Garden Homes Lutheran School offer?

Garden Homes Lutheran School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is Garden Homes Lutheran School's ranking?

Garden Homes Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for: Highest percentage of students of color and Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for Garden Homes Lutheran School?

The application deadline for Garden Homes Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Garden Homes Lutheran School located?

Garden Homes Lutheran School is located in the Garden Homes neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 4 other private schools located in Garden Homes.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Milwaukee, WI is $8,948 for elementary schools and $15,750 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Milwaukee, WI is 88% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).