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#4 of 571 private schools in WI

Top 1% of private schools

Cathedral School

Elementary School

1419 BAXTER AVE, Superior, WI 54880

Private

Enrollment

111

Student-Teacher

6.6:1

Score

9.0

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#4 of 571

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Cathedral School

9.0/10

Elementary School in Superior · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Northern Lights Elementary

6.7/10

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4.7/10

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About Cathedral School

Cathedral School is a private elementary school in Superior, WI. Cathedral School serves approximately 111 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Cathedral School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #4 of 571 private schools in WI.

How it compares2.2 pts above WI schools
  • This school 9.0 · Excellent
  • WI avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

At 111 students, Cathedral School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 6.6:1 students to teachers, Cathedral School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Cathedral 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

Beta

How Cathedral School compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Superior, WI

Student-Teacher Ratio
6.6:1
This School
vs
16.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
111
This School
vs
342
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
9.0
This School
vs
6.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 61.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 1.8% vs 0%
Cathedral School Superior Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Cathedral School (this school) 9.0
Northern Lights Elementary 6.7
Cooper Elementary 7.4
Superior Community Preschool 3.8
Great Lakes Elementary 7.0
Superior Middle 5.7
Bryant Elementary 7.8
Lake Superior Elementary 5.3
Four Corners Elementary 5.9

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)
A+ 9.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.3 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,277.5
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 9.1 / 10
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Diversity Index 47%
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
View breakdown
Enrollment 111
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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

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 61.3%
Two or More 32.4%
Native American 4.5%
Hispanic 1.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1419 BAXTER AVE, Superior, WI 54880

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cathedral School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bryant Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 3.8 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is Cooper Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 1.3 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Great Lakes Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 1.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Superior, see our Superior schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Northern Lights Elementary Superior 0.8 mi 6.7
Superior High Superior 1.1 mi 4.7
Superior Community Preschool Superior 1.4 mi 3.8
Superior Middle Superior 1.8 mi 5.7
Cooper Elementary Superior 1.3 mi 7.4
Great Lakes Elementary Superior 1.6 mi 7.0
Bryant Elementary Superior 3.8 mi 7.8
HARBOR CITY INTERNATIONAL CHARTER Duluth 4.3 mi 8.4
EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION Duluth 4.3 mi 4.3
DULUTH AREA LEARNING CENTER Duluth 4.6 mi 6.1
Academic Excellence Online Duluth 4.6 mi 5.0
ALC Independent Study Duluth 4.6 mi 3.8
ALC School Within a School Duluth 4.6 mi 3.7
LINCOLN PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Duluth 3.8 mi 7.0
DENFELD HIGH SCHOOL Duluth 3.6 mi 6.4
MERRITT CREEK ACADEMY Duluth 3.8 mi 5.8
LAURA MACARTHUR ELEMENTARY Duluth 3.7 mi 4.2
RALEIGH PRIMARY/EL ACADEMY Duluth 3.7 mi 5.8
SPECIAL ED. N.P. Duluth 5.3 mi
THE BRIDGE Duluth 5.3 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 54880 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$66,942

Median Home Value

$176,700

Median Rent

$901/mo

Population

30,211

College Educated

28.3%

Homeownership

63.8%

Avg Commute

17.3 min

Poverty Rate

12%

Median Age

39.9

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Drought Elementary Franksville, WI 9.0
Elmwood Elementary Elmwood, WI 9.0
Reek Elementary Lake Geneva, WI 9.0
Brandon Elementary Brandon, WI 8.9
Eagles' Wings Public Montessori Charter Solon Springs, WI 9.1
Green Lake Elementary Green Lake, WI 8.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cathedral School

What grades does Cathedral School serve?

Cathedral School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Cathedral School?

Cathedral School has an enrollment of approximately 111 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cathedral School?

The student-teacher ratio at Cathedral School is 6.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Cathedral School rank in WI?

Cathedral School ranks #4 of 571 private schools in WI.

What is Cathedral School's MySchoolScout rating?

Cathedral School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Cathedral School a private school?

Yes, Cathedral 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 Cathedral School a religious school?

Cathedral School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
85 Very Walkable
Transit Score
29 Some Transit
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
111
Gender Split
63% M / 37% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7.3 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Douglas County

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