Below Average
#519 of 571 private schools in WI
Messmer Catholic Schools
School
742 W CAPITOL DR, Milwaukee, WI 53206
Enrollment
1,211
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
1,211
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Wisconsin private schools
#519 of 571
In Milwaukee
#71 of 74
public schools
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Messmer Catholic Schools
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About Messmer Catholic Schools
Messmer Catholic Schools is a private school in Milwaukee, WI. Messmer Catholic Schools serves approximately 1,211 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Messmer Catholic Schools has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #519 of 571 private schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Messmer Catholic Schools show 18% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- WI avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Messmer Catholic Schools 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 Messmer Catholic Schools compares to 178 public schools serving similar grades in Milwaukee, WI
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Messmer Catholic Schools (this school) | 4.7 |
| King International | 5.7 |
| Andrew S Douglas Middle | 7.1 |
| Keefe Avenue Elementary | 5.3 |
| Southeastern | — |
| King Jr Elementary | 5.4 |
| LaFollette Elementary | 4.8 |
| Franklin Elementary | 3.4 |
| Fratney Elementary | 3.9 |
| Barbee Elementary | 6.6 |
| Auer Avenue Elementary | 5.1 |
| Hopkins Lloyd Community School | 4.5 |
| NOVA-Northwest Opportunities Vocational Academy | 4.8 |
| Dr Howard Fuller Collegiate Academy | 5.1 |
| King International Baccalaureate Middle | 6.6 |
| Pratt Elementary | 5.4 |
| North Division High | 6.1 |
| Milwaukee Excellence Charter School | 3.0 |
| Gaenslen Elementary | 3.5 |
| Jackson Elementary | 4.8 |
| Riverwest Elementary | 3.2 |
Showing 20 of 178 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
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.
Data Unavailable
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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 8 test records from WI state assessments. About our data
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
742 W CAPITOL DR, Milwaukee, WI 53206
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Messmer Catholic Schools may also want to explore other schools in the area. BELIEVERS IN CHRIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 8.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CROSS TRAINERS ACADEMY (rated 6.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Milwaukee, see our Milwaukee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DIVINE DESTINY SCHOOL Milwaukee | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| NORTH SHORE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Glendale | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| LaFollette Elementary Milwaukee | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| King Jr Elementary Milwaukee | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Keefe Avenue Elementary Milwaukee | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| King International Milwaukee | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Andrew S Douglas Middle Milwaukee | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Southeastern Milwaukee | 0.8 mi | — |
| MALAIKA EARLY LEARNING CENTER Milwaukee | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Franklin Elementary Milwaukee | 1.1 mi | 3.4 |
| Fratney Elementary Milwaukee | 1.3 mi | 3.9 |
| Hopkins Lloyd Community School Milwaukee | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| ST PHILIPS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| King International Baccalaureate Middle Milwaukee | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| North Division High Milwaukee | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Barbee Elementary Milwaukee | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| GARDEN HOMES LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| CROSS TRAINERS ACADEMY Milwaukee | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Pratt Elementary Milwaukee | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| BELIEVERS IN CHRIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Milwaukee | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53206 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$28,995
Median Home Value
$70,800
Median Rent
$998/mo
Population
20,219
College Educated
7.2%
Homeownership
32.7%
Avg Commute
27.6 min
Poverty Rate
37.3%
Median Age
31.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Obama School of Career and Technical Education Milwaukee, WI | 4.5 |
| REGIS CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Eau Claire, WI | 5.0 |
| Milwaukee Academy of Science Milwaukee, WI | 4.2 |
| ST MARYS SPRINGS ACADEMY Fond Du Lac, WI | 5.2 |
| ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Milwaukee, WI | 3.8 |
| iForward Grantsburg, WI | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Messmer Catholic Schools
What grades does Messmer Catholic Schools serve?
Messmer Catholic Schools serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Messmer Catholic Schools?
Messmer Catholic Schools has an enrollment of approximately 1,211 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Messmer Catholic Schools?
The student-teacher ratio at Messmer Catholic Schools is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Messmer Catholic Schools rank in WI?
Messmer Catholic Schools ranks #519 of 571 private schools in WI.
What is Messmer Catholic Schools's MySchoolScout rating?
Messmer Catholic Schools has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Messmer Catholic Schools?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Messmer Catholic Schools has 18% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).
Is Messmer Catholic Schools a private school?
Yes, Messmer Catholic Schools 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 Messmer Catholic Schools a religious school?
Messmer Catholic Schools has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,211
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 80
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.1 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Milwaukee County
- Phone
- (414) 264-5440
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