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Wisconsin Lutheran High School

5.00 (2 reviews)
330 N. Glenview Avenue Milwaukee WI 53213
Tel: (414) 453-4567 Ext. 2192
www.wlhs.org
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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 938 students
  • Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $25,800
  • Acceptance rate: 70%
  • Average class size: 19 students
  • Application Deadline: Feb. 1 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update
Wisconsin Lutheran High School Photo #4 - Milwaukee is centrally located on the Great Lakes near other popular cities like Chicago and Madison. The city is a beloved US city providing a safe and friendly community for local and international students. Milwaukee's many offerings include beautiful museums, parks, ethnic festivals, The Petit Ice Arena, Harley Davidson Museum, and many recreational activities year round on beautiful Lake Michigan.
Wisconsin Lutheran High School Photo #5 - Honey Creek Hall Dormitory opened Summer of 2019. Apartment style living with game areas, lounges, state of the art kitchen, and full time residential supervisors with teaching and counseling degrees.
Wisconsin Lutheran High School Photo #6 - Wisconsin Lutheran is also known for offering the "English Excellence Summer Camp." Students from around the world travel to the school each summer to acquire the English skills and cultural insights vital for academic and career success.
Wisconsin Lutheran High School Photo #7 - WLHS has 3 gymnasiums that provides the many sports teams the ability to practice at the same time. The dormitory residents often use the gyms for basketball, badminton, Futsal and other recreational games.
Wisconsin Lutheran High School Photo #8 - The performing arts at WLHS offer students the choices of musical theatre, symphony, Steel Pan Drum Bands, Handbell Choir, Wisco Kids Show Choir, Solo ensembles, Concerts, performances and competitions. WLHS performing artists regularly receive top awards at regional and state festivals sponsored by WSMA (Wisconsin State Music Association).
Wisconsin Lutheran High School Photo #9 - WLHS 950+ seat auditorium provides state of the art facilities for a robust and award-winning performing arts program.
Wisconsin Lutheran High School Photo #10 - The American Mentor to New International Student Program helps international acclimate to the new academic and social environment.
Wisconsin Lutheran High School Photo #11 - WLHS has an especially strong visual arts program. Classes in drawing, painting,, ceramics, and other art forms are taught at multiple levels of artistic proficiency by highly qualified and friendly teachers.
Wisconsin Lutheran High School Photo #12 - With a major renovation in 2022, the on-campus outdoor athletic facility provides specialized training and performance spaces for our athletes to compete at a very high level.
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About the 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 more than 145 courses, including 20 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 more than 60 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.
  • Award winning Art and Music Program
  • Graduates attend top ranked US and worldwide colleges and universities.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 938 students
  • Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $25,800
  • Acceptance rate: 70%
  • Average class size: 19 students
  • Application Deadline: Feb. 1 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Wisconsin Lutheran High School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 271 schools) for:

Category
Attribute
Community Size
Large student body (number of students)
Affordability
Least expensive tuition
Affordability
High percentage of students on financial aid
Offering Breadth
High # of AP/advanced courses offered

School Overview

2026 School Data
Wisconsin Lutheran High School
Boarding School Avg.
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
Grades Offered
9-12
8-12
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
1906
Campus Size
13 acres
130 acres

Student Body

Enrollment
938 students
319 students
% Students of Color
40%
27%
% International Students
8%
21%
% Students Boarding
10%
65%
Average SAT Score
1270
(Out of 1600)
* National Avg. »View
SAT range (25th-75th percentile)
1218 - 1463
-
Offers Post-Grad Year
No
No

Academic Profile

Saturday Classes
No
No
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Casual
Average Class Size
19 students
12
* National Avg. »18
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
7:1
ESL Courses Offered
Yes
Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
66%
73%
Summer Program Offered
Yes
Yes
Summer Program Details
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Accreditations
National Council for Private School Accreditation (NCPSA)
Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod School Accreditation (WELSSA)
Wisconsin Religious and Independent Schools Accreditation (WRISA)
# of AP Courses Offered
30
18
Courses
Advanced Fitness and Team SportsAP 2D Art & Design • AP 3D Art & Design • Advanced Ceramics 1 • Advanced Ceramics 2 • Advanced Painting • Advanced Painting 2
AP Biology • AP Chemistry • AP Calculus AB • AP Calculus BC • AP Computer Science Principles • AP Macroeconomics • AP MicroeconomicsAP Statistics • Advanced Accounting • Honors Algebra 1 • Honors Algebra 2 • Honors Geometry • Honors Trigonometry
Honors Biology • Honors Chemistry • AP Physics • AP PsychologyHonors English 9 • AP English Language & Composition • AP English Literature and Composition • AP Spanish
Principles of Engineering Design • Advanced Metals • Advanced Woods

Tuition & Financial Aid

Endowment Size
$13 million
$30 million
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
$25,800
(13,000 Residence Fee)
$71,500
% Students on Financial Aid
75%
40%
Merit Scholarships Offered
Yes
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Admissions

Application Deadline
Feb. 1 / rolling
Jan. 15
Accepts Standardized Application (SAO and/or Gateway)
Yes
No
Acceptance Rate
70%
64%
Director of Admissions
Brad Wetzel , USA Admissions
Nathan King, International
Associate Director of Admissions
Eric Duwe, International
Application URL
Online Application

Sports

# Interscholastic Sports Offered
16
17
Sports
BaseballBasketball
CheeringCross Country Running
DanceEsports
FootballGolf
Rock ClimbingSoccer
SoftballSwimming and Diving
TrackTrack and Field
VolleyballWrestling
Colors
White, Blue, Red, Royal blue
School Mascot
Vikings

Extracurriculars

Total Extracurricular Organizations
48
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
American Student Mentors to New International StudentsAnime Club
AquaponicsArt Club
Book ClubCivil Rights Club
Competitive Chess TeamCompetitive Esports Team
Competitive Robotics TeamCooking Club
Culture ClubDrama Club
Fashion ClubFuture Business Leaders of America
Girls UnitedInternational and American Student Club
Investment ClubJazz Ensemble
Leadership Training ProgramMath Track Competitive Team
Mission TripsMusical Theatre
Orchestra (Pit)Percussion Ensemble
Robotics TeamSaxophone Ensemble
Service LearningShow Choir
Steel BandStock Club
Student CouncilStudent Newspaper
Tech TeamTutoring Club
ViTech FundWoodwind Ensemble
Yearbook Staff


Arts and Music Programs:
BandBrass Ensemble
ChoirColor Guard
ForensicsK-pop Club
Marching BandNational Honor Society
Service Club


Recreational Athletic Programs:
Rock ClimbingTrap Shooting

College Matriculation

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School Notes

  • Over 120 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  
  • More than 60 student activities which include 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 prepres students for success in egineering programs at top universities
  • Excellent college counseling and career advising through Student Services Department 
  • 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.
Source: Verified school update
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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Wisconsin Lutheran High School cost?
Wisconsin Lutheran High School's tuition is approximately $25,800 for boarding students.
What is the acceptance rate of Wisconsin Lutheran High School?
The acceptance rate of Wisconsin Lutheran High School is 70%, which is higher than the boarding school average of 64%.
Who are famous alumni from Wisconsin Lutheran High School?
Wisconsin Lutheran High School famous alumni include: Kevin Zeitler ('07) and Mark Wilson ('93).
What sports does Wisconsin Lutheran High School offer?
Wisconsin Lutheran High School offers 16 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country Running, Dance, Esports, Football, Golf, Rock Climbing, Soccer, Softball, Swimming and Diving, Track, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling.
Does Wisconsin Lutheran High School offer a summer program?
Yes, Wisconsin Lutheran High School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What is Wisconsin Lutheran High School's ranking?
Wisconsin Lutheran High School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for Large student body (number of students), Least expensive tuition, High percentage of students on financial aid and High # of AP/advanced courses offered.
When is the application deadline for Wisconsin Lutheran High School?
The application deadline for Wisconsin Lutheran High School is Feb. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

Alumni Reviews Review School

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Description

Class of 2018
5.00
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. . .

Class of 2018
5.00
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. . .
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  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 938 students
  • Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $25,800
  • Acceptance rate: 70%
  • Average class size: 19 students
  • Application Deadline: Feb. 1 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update
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