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#203 of 571 private schools in WI

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Burlington Catholic School

Middle School

225 W STATE ST, Burlington, WI 53105

Private

Enrollment

209

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

6.9

Grades

4th – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Wisconsin private schools

#203 of 571

In Burlington

#2 of 3

public schools

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Burlington Catholic School

6.9/10

Middle School in Burlington · grades 4th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Catholic Central High School

8.0/10

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8.0/10

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About Burlington Catholic School

Burlington Catholic School is a private middle school in Burlington, WI. Burlington Catholic School serves approximately 209 students, and covers grades 4th-8th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Burlington Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #203 of 571 private schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Burlington Catholic School show 57% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).

How it comparesOn par with WI schools
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • WI avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

Burlington Catholic School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Burlington Catholic School compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Burlington, WI

Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
This School
vs
14.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
209
This School
vs
391
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.9
This School
vs
7.9
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 95.7% vs 0%
Asian 2.4% vs 0%
Hispanic 1.9% vs 0%
Burlington Catholic School Burlington Public Avg

Nearby Middle Schools

School Rating
Burlington Catholic School (this school) 6.9
Cooper Montessori 8.0
Waller Elementary 8.7
Karcher Middle School 8.0
Dyer Elementary 8.3
Winkler Elementary 8.6
Lyons Center Elementary 7.4
Wheatland Center Elementary 7.3
Randall Consolidated School 7.0

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in WI.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B 6.2 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.8 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,416
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 4.8 / 10
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Diversity Index 8%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 10
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Enrollment 209
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in WI

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 56.6% (2025 FORWARD)
School
State
49.2% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 68.3% (2025 FORWARD)
School
State
49.1% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 12 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 95.7%
Asian 2.4%
Hispanic 1.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

225 W STATE ST, Burlington, WI 53105

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Burlington Catholic School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Karcher Middle School (rated 8.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Fox River Middle (rated 7.7/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Waterford), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Burlington, see our Burlington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.0 mi
School Distance Rating
CATHOLIC CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Burlington 0.1 mi 8.0
Cooper Montessori Burlington 0.2 mi 8.0
Waller Elementary Burlington 0.4 mi 8.7
Karcher Middle School Burlington 0.6 mi 8.0
ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Burlington 0.7 mi 5.0
Dyer Elementary Burlington 0.7 mi 8.3
Burlington High School Burlington 1.3 mi 5.4
Winkler Elementary Burlington 2.8 mi 8.6
Lyons Center Elementary Burlington 4.5 mi 7.4
Woodfield Elementary Waterford 6.6 mi 7.3
Wheatland Center Elementary Burlington 7.1 mi 7.3
Evergreen Elementary Waterford 6.9 mi 6.7
Waterford High Waterford 6.9 mi 6.3
Fox River Middle Waterford 7.0 mi 7.7
Trailside Elementary Waterford 7.9 mi 6.8
Randall Consolidated School Burlington 8.9 mi 7.0
MOUNT ZION CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lake Geneva 7.8 mi 6.9
BLOOM360 LEARNING COMMUNITY East Troy 10.0 mi
Star Center Elementary Lake Geneva 10.0 mi 8.9
Maple Park Charter School Lake Geneva 10.0 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53105 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$88,798

Median Home Value

$295,100

Median Rent

$1,029/mo

Population

29,051

College Educated

28.3%

Homeownership

74.1%

Avg Commute

24.6 min

Poverty Rate

7.9%

Median Age

44.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Burlington Catholic School

What grades does Burlington Catholic School serve?

Burlington Catholic School serves students in grades 4th through 8th.

How many students attend Burlington Catholic School?

Burlington Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 209 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Burlington Catholic School?

The student-teacher ratio at Burlington Catholic School is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Burlington Catholic School rank in WI?

Burlington Catholic School ranks #203 of 571 private schools in WI.

What is Burlington Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?

Burlington Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Burlington Catholic School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Burlington Catholic School has 57% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).

Is Burlington Catholic School a private school?

Yes, Burlington Catholic School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Burlington Catholic School a religious school?

Burlington Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
65 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
4th – 8th
Enrollment
209
Gender Split
56% M / 44% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
8 hours
Days Per Year
177 days
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Racine County

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