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#236 of 571 private schools in WI
Top 41% of private schools
Holy Rosary School
Elementary School
215 S WASHINGTON AVE, Medford, WI 54451
Enrollment
73
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
73
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Wisconsin private schools
#236 of 571
In Medford
#1 of 2
public schools
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About Holy Rosary School
Holy Rosary School is a private elementary school in Medford, WI. Holy Rosary School serves approximately 73 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 7.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Holy Rosary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #236 of 571 private schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Holy Rosary School show 0% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 0% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 73 students, Holy Rosary 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 7.8:1 students to teachers, Holy Rosary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Holy Rosary 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
BetaHow Holy Rosary School compares to the 4 public schools in Medford, WI
Student Demographics
All Schools in Medford
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Holy Rosary School (this school) | 6.7 |
| Medford Middle | 5.6 |
| Rural Virtual Academy | 4.2 |
| Medford High | 4.5 |
| Medford Elementary | 7.4 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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.
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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)
Based on 2 test records from WI state assessments. About our data
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
215 S WASHINGTON AVE, Medford, WI 54451
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Holy Rosary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Stetsonville Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Stetsonville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Medford Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST MARY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 15.8 miles away, in nearby Colby), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Medford, see our Medford schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Medford | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Medford Middle Medford | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Rural Virtual Academy Medford | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| Medford High Medford | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Medford Elementary Medford | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Stetsonville Elementary Stetsonville | 4.2 mi | 8.0 |
| GREEN MEDOW SCHOOL Curtiss | 6.3 mi | — |
| MARLIN BURKHOLDER Curtiss | 11.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Abbotsford Elementary Abbotsford | 12.8 mi | 3.5 |
| Abbotsford Middle/Senior High Abbotsford | 12.8 mi | 5.4 |
| ABBOTSFORD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Abbotsford | 13.4 mi | 5.7 |
| SHADY GROVE MENNONITE SCHOOL Curtiss | 13.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Colby High Colby | 14.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Colby Middle Colby | 15.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Colby Elementary Colby | 15.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Little Stars Pre-School Colby | 15.0 mi | 3.2 |
| CHICKADEE HOLLOW MENNONITE SCHOOL Colby | 15.2 mi | 4.0 |
| ST MARY SCHOOL Colby | 15.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Rib Lake Middle Rib Lake | 14.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Rib Lake High Rib Lake | 14.9 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 54451 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,882
Median Home Value
$198,500
Median Rent
$815/mo
Population
11,051
College Educated
19.3%
Homeownership
74.8%
Avg Commute
17.9 min
Poverty Rate
8.2%
Median Age
45.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| OUR REDEEMER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Delavan, WI | 6.7 |
| ST JEROME SCHOOL Columbus, WI | 6.7 |
| ST MARYS SCHOOL Luxemburg, WI | 6.7 |
| ST NICHOLAS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Freedom, WI | 6.7 |
| ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Slinger, WI | 6.7 |
| HOLY ROSARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Kewaunee, WI | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Holy Rosary School
What grades does Holy Rosary School serve?
Holy Rosary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Holy Rosary School?
Holy Rosary School has an enrollment of approximately 73 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Holy Rosary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Holy Rosary School is 7.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Holy Rosary School rank in WI?
Holy Rosary School ranks #236 of 571 private schools in WI.
What is Holy Rosary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Holy Rosary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Holy Rosary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Holy Rosary School has 0% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 0% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).
Is Holy Rosary School a private school?
Yes, Holy Rosary 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 Holy Rosary School a religious school?
Holy Rosary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 73
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.3 hours
- Days Per Year
- 169 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Taylor County
- Phone
- (920) 222-2474
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