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#37 of 571 private schools in WI

Top 6% of private schools

Catholic Central High School

High School

148 MCHENRY ST, Burlington, WI 53105

Private

Enrollment

129

Student-Teacher

8.1:1

Score

8.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Wisconsin private schools

#37 of 571

In Burlington

#1 of 3

public schools

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Catholic Central High School

8.0/10

High School in Burlington · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Burlington Catholic School

6.9/10

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About Catholic Central High School

Catholic Central High School is a private high school in Burlington, WI. Catholic Central High School serves approximately 129 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 8.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Catholic Central High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #37 of 571 private schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Catholic Central High School show 18% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).

How it compares2.5 pts above WI schools
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • WI avg 5.5

What Parents Should Know

At 129 students, Catholic Central High 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 8.1:1 students to teachers, Catholic Central High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Catholic Central High 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 Catholic Central High School compares to the 9 public schools in Burlington, WI

Student-Teacher Ratio
8.1:1
This School
vs
14.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
129
This School
vs
451
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
8.0
This School
vs
7.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 77.5% vs 0%
Hispanic 16.3% vs 0%
Asian 2.3% vs 0%
Catholic Central High School Burlington Public Avg

All Schools in Burlington

School Rating
Catholic Central High School (this school) 8.0
Cooper Montessori 8.0
Waller Elementary 8.7
Karcher Middle School 8.0
Dyer Elementary 8.3
Burlington High School 5.4
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)
A 8.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.3 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,215.5
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
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Diversity Index 34%
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 129
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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 18.0% (2025 FORWARD)
School
State
33.8% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 13.4% (2025 FORWARD)
School
State
35.6% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 8 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 77.5%
Hispanic 16.3%
Asian 2.3%
Native American 2.3%
Two or More 1.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

148 MCHENRY ST, Burlington, WI 53105

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Catholic Central High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Waterford High (rated 6.3/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Waterford), a more accessible option. Additionally, Burlington High School (rated 5.4/10, 1.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Burlington, see our Burlington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.9 mi
School Distance Rating
BURLINGTON CATHOLIC SCHOOL Burlington 0.1 mi 6.9
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
Dyer Elementary Burlington 0.6 mi 8.3
ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Burlington 0.6 mi 5.0
Burlington High School Burlington 1.4 mi 5.4
Winkler Elementary Burlington 2.7 mi 8.6
Lyons Center Elementary Burlington 4.4 mi 7.4
Wheatland Center Elementary Burlington 7.0 mi 7.3
Woodfield Elementary Waterford 6.6 mi 7.3
Evergreen Elementary Waterford 7.0 mi 6.7
Waterford High Waterford 6.9 mi 6.3
Fox River Middle Waterford 7.1 mi 7.7
Trailside Elementary Waterford 8.0 mi 6.8
Randall Consolidated School Burlington 8.8 mi 7.0
MOUNT ZION CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lake Geneva 7.7 mi 6.9
BLOOM360 LEARNING COMMUNITY East Troy 10.0 mi
Star Center Elementary Lake Geneva 9.9 mi 8.9
Maple Park Charter School Lake Geneva 9.9 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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WAYLAND ACADEMY Beaver Dam, WI 8.1
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Catholic Central High School

What grades does Catholic Central High School serve?

Catholic Central High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Catholic Central High School?

Catholic Central High School has an enrollment of approximately 129 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Catholic Central High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Catholic Central High School is 8.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Catholic Central High School rank in WI?

Catholic Central High School ranks #37 of 571 private schools in WI.

What is Catholic Central High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Catholic Central High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Catholic Central High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Catholic Central High School has 18% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).

Is Catholic Central High School a private school?

Yes, Catholic Central High 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 Catholic Central High School a religious school?

Catholic Central High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
74 Very Walkable
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
129
Gender Split
43% M / 57% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
187 days
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Racine County

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