Mt. Olive Christian Day 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: 151 students
Yearly Tuition: $5,000
Acceptance rate: 85%
Average class size: 16 students
Application Deadline: Jul. 20
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

Mt. Olive Christian Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Lutheran Church Missouri Synod

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Mt. Olive Christian Day School
Pre-K	11
Kind	13
1	14
2	15
3	14
4	14
5	18
6	17
7	19
8	16

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1950

Summer School Offered

Yes

School Calendar

Last Day of School

Fri. Jun 4, 2027

School Motto

Preparing the Next Generation in the Faith

Student Body

Total Students

151 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

60%

State avg.: 35%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

10 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

15:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

25%

Average Class Size

16 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Khaki pants, Polos

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Lutheran Schools Accreditation (NLSA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Jul. 20

Yearly Tuition Cost

$5,000

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Tuition Notes

Tuition for members of Mt. Olive Lutheran Church is $3000. Non-Members of Mt. Olive Lutheran Church pay $5000 for tuition, $3000 for additional family member students. Mt. Olive Lutheran School is also a Milwaukee and Wisconsin Choice School.

Acceptance Rate

85%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Erin Ballard

Admissions Associate

Amy McGuire

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

5 sports

Sports

BasketballCross Country

SoccerTrack and Field

Volleyball

Colors

Green and Gold

School Mascot

Mount Olive Trojans

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

5 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

American Heritage Girls

Arts and Music Programs:

DramaHandbell Choirs

Praise DancingSchola Choir

School Notes

Mount Olive Lutheran School, a school where the love of Jesus is part of every teacher's life that we share with the children in our care.
Our school stands ready to serve children and the families. We work with children from 4K through grade eight.
We also offer robust opportunities for students to grow--Speech, Occupational Therapy, In-depth music curriculum, thriving athletics, praise dance, scouting, after-school care, tutoring help, rotating electivies, and more!
The mission of the Mount Olive Lutheran School family is preparing a new generation in the faith.
The congregational members of Mount Olive Lutheran Church support this school in the interest of members and friends who want to provide a Christian educational experience for their children in the heart of our neighborhood.
Children of the neighborhood are welcome to attend.
Our teachers are certified, caring, Christian people who bring a broad range of experience and talent to well-equipped classrooms.

Mount Olive Lutheran School, a school where the love of Jesus is part of every teacher's life that we share with the children in our care. Our school stands ready to serve children and the families. We work with children from 4K through grade eight. We also provide before and after school care for our students. The mission of the Mount Olive Lutheran School family is preparing a new generation in the faith. The congregational members of Mount Olive Lutheran Church supports this school in the interest of members and friends who want to provide a Christian educational experience for their children in the heart of our neighborhood. Children of the neighborhood are welcome to attend. Our teachers are certified, caring, Christian people who bring a broad range of experience and talent to well-equipped classrooms.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Mt. Olive Christian Day School cost?

Mt. Olive Christian Day School's tuition is approximately $5,000 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Mt. Olive Christian Day School?

The acceptance rate of Mt. Olive Christian Day School is 85%, which is lower than the national average of 90%. Mt. Olive Christian Day School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Wisconsin with low acceptance rates.

What sports does Mt. Olive Christian Day School offer?

Mt. Olive Christian Day School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is Mt. Olive Christian Day School's ranking?

Mt. Olive Christian Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for: Lowest average acceptance rates and Highest percentage of students of color.

When is the application deadline for Mt. Olive Christian Day School?

The application deadline for Mt. Olive Christian Day School is Jul. 20.

In what neighborhood is Mt. Olive Christian Day School located?

Mt. Olive Christian Day School is located in the Washington Heights neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 4 other private schools located in Washington Heights.

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (2 reviews)

5 1/24/2025

Mt. Olive is a small school with all the best resources that you get from a big school. The teachers are amazing, go above and beyond to support students, and all families are welcome there. We are so proud to send our kids to a place with high-quality, Christian education.

- Posted by Parent - 1st and 3rd Grade Parent

5 8/3/2024

Wonderful school with an inclusive community! We always feel welcomed and listened to.

- Posted by Parent - Aaron

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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).