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#429 of 571 private schools in WI

Marquette University High School

High School

3401 W WISCONSIN AVE, Milwaukee, WI 53208

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

893

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

5.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Enrollment

893

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

5.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Wisconsin private schools

#429 of 571

In Milwaukee

#56 of 74

public schools

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About Marquette University High School

Marquette University High School is a private high school in Milwaukee, WI. Marquette University High School serves approximately 893 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Marquette University High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #429 of 571 private schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Marquette University High School show 81% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).

How it comparesOn par with WI schools

5.4

This school 5.4 · Average
WI avg 5.5

What Parents Should Know

Marquette University 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.

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How Marquette University High School compares to 46 public schools serving similar grades in Milwaukee, WI

Student-Teacher Ratio

14.3:1

This School

22.5:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

893

This School

581

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.4

This School

5.0

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 70.2% vs 0%

Hispanic 15% vs 0%

Black 4.8% vs 0%

Asian 3.8% vs 0%

Marquette University High School Milwaukee Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Marquette University High School (this school)	—	893	14.3:1	5.4
Pathways High	0.2 mi	171	15.5:1	3.4
Groppi High	0.8 mi	102	12.8:1	6.1
Milwaukee High School of the Arts	0.9 mi	985	17.9:1	4.1
Milwaukee Academy of Science	0.9 mi	1,404	20.3:1	4.2
Escuela Verde	1.0 mi	120	12:1	6.5
Transition High	1.2 mi	88	8.8:1	6.0
Wisconsin Conservatory of Lifelong Learning	1.5 mi	431	26.9:1	2.5
Shalom High	1.6 mi	110	27.5:1	4.6
Milwaukee County Youth Education Center	1.7 mi	22	5.5:1	—
Project STAY-Supporting Teachers and Youth	1.7 mi	78	11.1:1	5.5
Carmen High School of Science and Technology South Campus	1.8 mi	399	22.2:1	5.8
MacDowell Montessori School K3-12	1.9 mi	860	18.3:1	7.5
WHS Information Technology	2.0 mi	379	18.9:1	4.5
Alliance School of Milwaukee	2.0 mi	155	11.1:1	4.8
Tenor High	2.1 mi	627	26.1:1	6.1
South Accelerated Academy	2.1 mi	48	16:1	6.1
South Division High	2.1 mi	842	12.6:1	4.5
Golda Meir School	2.2 mi	1,211	19.2:1	5.8
Lad Lake Synergy School	2.3 mi	35	8.8:1	8.3
Bradley Technology High	2.3 mi	999	16.9:1	3.9

Showing 20 of 46 schools. View all schools in Milwaukee

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

C+ 4.4 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 14.3:1

Instructional Commitment

C+ 3.7 / 10

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School Day Length 7.2 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,173.6

Diversity & Inclusion

A 9.1 / 10

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Diversity Index 47%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

C+ 4.3 / 10

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Enrollment 893

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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 80.7% (2025 FORWARD)

School

State

33.8% (2025 FORWARD)

ELA Proficiency 76.5% (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 70.2%

Hispanic 15.0%

Two or More 5.0%

Black 4.8%

Asian 3.8%

Native American 0.6%

Pacific Islander 0.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3401 W WISCONSIN AVE, Milwaukee, WI 53208

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Marquette University High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Escuela Verde (rated 6.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Groppi High (rated 6.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Transition High (rated 6.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Milwaukee, see our Milwaukee schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Pathways High Milwaukee	0.2 mi	171	3.4
MESSMER ST ROSE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Milwaukee	0.2 mi	315	6.9
MESSMER SAINT ROSE Milwaukee	0.2 mi	321	7.3
Woodlands School - State Street Campus Milwaukee	0.4 mi	198	2.1
Story Elementary Milwaukee	0.3 mi	385	5.0
Milwaukee Academy of Chinese Language Milwaukee	0.6 mi	491	5.2
Bethune Academy Milwaukee	0.9 mi	525	4.4
Groppi High Milwaukee	0.8 mi	102	6.1
Escuela Verde Milwaukee	1.0 mi	120	6.5
Milwaukee High School of the Arts Milwaukee	0.9 mi	985	4.1
Milwaukee Academy of Science Milwaukee	0.9 mi	1,404	4.2
Transition High Milwaukee	1.2 mi	88	6.0
Westside Academy Milwaukee	1.3 mi	157	5.5
Doerfler Elementary Milwaukee	1.3 mi	550	4.0
TRANSCENTER FOR YOUTH/EL PUENTE HIGH Milwaukee	1.3 mi	118	5.4
Starms Discovery Milwaukee	1.4 mi	230	4.0
Highland Community School Milwaukee	1.2 mi	414	7.2
Seeds of Health Elementary Program Milwaukee	1.5 mi	377	6.8
Metcalfe Elementary Milwaukee	1.6 mi	342	4.7
NATIVITY JESUIT ACADEMY Milwaukee	1.6 mi	231	5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53208 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$50,585

Median Home Value

$196,300

Median Rent

$924/mo

Population

27,407

College Educated

31.2%

Homeownership

39.7%

Avg Commute

21.1 min

Poverty Rate

25%

Median Age

33.2

Similar Schools

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

School	Enrollment	Rating
Burlington High School Burlington, WI	937	5.4
Harold S Vincent School of Agricultural Science Milwaukee, WI	708	5.4
New London High New London, WI	685	5.4
Stoughton High Stoughton, WI	864	5.4
FOX VALLEY LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Appleton, WI	669	5.5
Mount Horeb High Mount Horeb, WI	776	5.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Marquette University High School

What grades does Marquette University High School serve?

Marquette University High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Marquette University High School?

Marquette University High School has an enrollment of approximately 893 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Marquette University High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Marquette University High School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Marquette University High School rank in WI?

Marquette University High School ranks #429 of 571 private schools in WI.

What is Marquette University High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Marquette University High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Marquette University High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Marquette University High School has 81% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).

Is Marquette University High School a private school?

Yes, Marquette University High School is a private all-boys 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 Marquette University High School a religious school?

Marquette University High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 73 Very Walkable
Transit Score: 55 Good Transit
Bike Score: 62 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: 9th – 12th
Enrollment: 893
Gender Split: 100% M / 0% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 14.3:1
Teachers (FTE): 62
Type: private
Coed Status: all-boys
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 7.2 hours
Days Per Year: 163 days
Setting: Large City
County: Milwaukee County
Phone: (414) 933-7220

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