Best Schools in Cato, Wisconsin
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Use this page to compare every school in Cato by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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St Mary/st Michael School
Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
0 public · 1 private
Avg Score
Pending
test data coming
Median Home
$205,100
home value · ACS
Schools
1
0 public · 1 private
Avg Score
Pending
test data coming
Median Home
$205,100
home value · ACS
Top-Rated Schools in Cato
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | St Mary/st Michael School | 5.2 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.2/10
- Median household income
- $78,964
- Median home value
- $205,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 17%
- Avg commute
- 24 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 87%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Cato compares
Median household income
$79k
101% of Wisconsin median
About Schools in Cato, Wisconsin
Cato, Wisconsin is home to 1 schools, including 0 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
The highest-performing school in Cato is St Mary/st Michael School with a composite score of 5.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Cato's community shows 17% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $78,964. The poverty rate in the area is 10.0%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | St Mary/st Michael School
Private
51 students · Pre-K–8th | 5.2 |
Schools in Cato
Cato, Wisconsin · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$78,964
Median Home Value
$205,100
Median Rent
$650/mo
Population
4,240
College Educated
17%
Homeownership
87%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
10.0%
Community Profile
Cato has a median household income of $78,964. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $205,100, with a median rent of $650/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.0%. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Wisconsin
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Cato, Wisconsin
How many schools are in Cato, Wisconsin?
Cato has 1 schools, including 0 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the top-ranked school in Cato, Wisconsin?
The top-ranked school in Cato on MySchoolScout is St Mary/st Michael School with a composite score of 5.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Cato, Wisconsin?
The top-ranked elementary school in Cato on MySchoolScout is St Mary/st Michael School with a composite score of 5.2/10.
What is the education level in Cato, Wisconsin?
According to Census data, 17% of adults in Cato have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Cato, Wisconsin?
The median household income in Cato is approximately $78,964 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Cato, Wisconsin?
Yes, Cato has 1 private school alongside 0 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Mary/st Michael School with a score of 5.2/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Cato, Wisconsin?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Cato is 8.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Cato, Wisconsin?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Wisconsin Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.