Wisconsin Lutheran High School
Wisconsin Lutheran High School (WLHS) is a prestigious, multi-ethnic, Christian boarding and day school located in the outer limits of the largest city in Wisconsin, Milwaukee and 1.5 hour drive from Chicago, Illinois.
The school offers 140 courses, including 16 AP and College Credit courses, Advanced and Honors courses, a large selection of high school and college dual credit online courses, and options to take courses at a local liberal arts college.
Teachers with advanced degrees specializing in their fields challenge students through a rigorous curriculum focusing on 21st century learning objectives, student-centered instruction, critical thinking, and authentic assessments.
Faith based values creates an environment of safety, positive peer pressure, and acceptance of the unique characteristics and talents of all students.
Focusing on preparing future leaders, WLHS rounds out student academic life with award winning sports teams and fine arts programs, successful leadership and volunteer organizations, and over 40 clubs and competitive academic teams.
Nine international and nine USA volunteer trips a year provide cross-cultural education and leadership opportunities equipping students to make an impact in their world.
Leadership Training Program Award winning sports teams Over 40 clubs and leadership organizations
Award winning Art and Music Program Graduates attend top ranked US and worldwide colleges and universities.
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- Augustana College Wisconsin Lutheran High School is very unique among many high schools around that area. Wisconsin Lutheran High School has a good academic program, sports program, and for the most, as an international student, they have. . .
- UW-Madison I wish I would have known about Wisconsin Lutheran High School (WLHS- Wisco) earlier so that I could have attended all four years of my high school there. It is not like traditional boarding schools. . .
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Wisconsin Lutheran High School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 303 schools) for:
- Category Attribute
- Affordability Least expensive tuition
- Affordability High percentage of students on financial aid
- Offering Breadth High # of AP/advanced courses offered
| Definition of Terms | 2021 School Data | Wisconsin Lutheran | Boarding School Avg. |
| School Focus | College Prep | College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered | 9-12, PG | 9-12 |
| School Type | Co-ed | Co-ed |
| ADD/ADHD Support | Yes | Yes |
| Supports Learning Differences (LD) | Yes | Yes |
| Religious Affiliation | Christian | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1903 | 1907 |
| Campus Size | 13 acres | 125 acres |
Student Body
| Enrollment | 885 students | 300 students |
| % Students of Color | 40% | 25% |
| % International Students | 8% | 20% |
| % Students Boarding | 10% | 70% |
| Average SAT Score | 1270 | * National Avg. »View |
| SAT range (25th-75th percentile) | 1218 - 1463 | - |
| Offers Post-Grad Year | Yes | No |
Academics and Faculty
| Saturday Classes | No | No |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual | Casual |
| Average Class Size | 19 students | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 13:1 | 7:1 |
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 30 | 18 |
| ESL Courses Offered | Yes | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 66% | 70% |
| Summer Program Offered | Yes | Yes |
| Summer Program Details | Link to Summer Program Details | |
Tuition Cost
| Endowment Size | $13 million | $25 million |
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $24,400 (11,200 Residence Fee ) | $59,500 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | n/a | $33,500 |
| % Students on Financial Aid | 75% | 40% |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | Yes | No |
Acceptance Rate
| Application Deadline | Jan. 31 / Apr. 1 / rolling | Jan. 15 |
| Accepts Standardized Application | Yes | No |
| SSAT Required | No | Yes |
| Acceptance Rate | 70% | 58% |
| Director of Admissions | Brad Wetzel , USA Admissions Tamara Leyrer, International | |
| Associate Director of Admissions | Eric Duwe, International Admis | |
Course Listings
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
AP / Advanced Courses
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 30 | 18 |
| Courses | Advanced Accounting, Advanced Fitness and Team Sports, Advanced Metals • Advanced Wood, AP Biology • AP Chemistry • AP Calculus AB • AP Calculus BC • AP Computer Science Principles • AP Economics • AP English Composition • AP English Literature • AP Physics • AP Psychology • AP Statistics • AP U.S. History, AP Visual Arts and Design • Advanced Ceramics 1 • Advanced Ceramics 2 • Advanced Painting • Advanced Painting 2, Honors Algebra 1 • Honors Algebra 2 • Honors Geometry • Honors Trigonometry, Honors Biology • Honors Chemistry, Honors English 9, Principles of Engineering Design | |
Sports
| # Interscholastic Sports Offered | 13 | 16 |
| Sports | Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country Running, Dance, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Track, Track and Field, Volleyball, Wrestling | |
Extracurriculars
| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 45 | 23 |
| Extracurriculars | Club or Organization: American Student Mentors to New International Students, Art Club, Book Club, Civil Rights Club, Competitive Chess Team, Competitive Esports Team, Competitive Robotics Team, Culture Club, Drama Club, Esports Competitive Team, Games Club, International and American Student Club, Investment Club, Jazz Ensemble, K-Pop Club, Leadership Training Program, Math Team, Math Track Competitive Team, Mission Trips, Musical Theatre, Orchestra (Pit), Pair-A-Dice Board Game Club, Percussion Ensemble, Photography Club, Robotics Team, Saxophone Ensemble, Service Learning, Show Choir, Steel Band, Student Council, Student Newspaper, Tech Team, Tutoring Club, Woodwind Ensemble, Yearbook Staff Arts and Music Programs: Band, Brass Ensemble, Choir, Color Guard, Competitive Chess Team, Forensics, K-pop Club, Marching Band, National Honor Society, Service Club | |
College Matriculation
| Year: | 10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled) | |
| Link to Matriculation Data | ||
School Notes
- Over 100 year tradition of excellence in college preparation academics and fine arts with an award winning music program including 7 choirs, 4 bands, many musical ensembles, 2 major drama productions a year, and 3 large scale concerts
- Over 40 co-curricular clubs, sports teams, competitive academic teams, and music choices
- 81% of AP student test scores receive qualifying scores for college credit
- Diversity in student body celebrated and part of mission statement
- WWW Volunteer Organization mobilizes over 120 students into volunteer and problem solving real life experiences locally, in the USA and worldwide
- Project Lead the Way Engineering Program - completion in program with qualifying scores gains colllege credit with US News and World Report ranked Milwaukee School of Engineering
- Excellent college counseling Guidance Department
- LD types supported: Yes
- Wisconsin Lutheran High School accreditations: National Council of Private School Accreditation;Wisconsin Religious and Independent Schools Accreditation; WELS School Accredit
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Kevin Zeitler ('07) - An American football guard for the New York Giants of the National Football League (NFL). Zeitler was ranked No. 4 among guards available in the 2012 NFL Draft. First-round draft pick.
- Mark Wilson ('93) - Pro US golfer. Wilson won for the first time on the PGA Tour at the Honda Classic in March 2007.
Profile last updated: 03/15/2021
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