Average
#282 of 571 private schools in WI
Top 49% of private schools
Newman Catholic High School
High School
1130 W BRIDGE ST, Wausau, WI 54401
Enrollment
241
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
6.4
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
241
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
6.4
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Wisconsin private schools
#282 of 571
In Wausau
#2 of 4
public schools
Shortlisting around Newman Catholic High School?
Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Newman Catholic High School
High School in Wausau · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Newman Catholic Schools
0.0 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
West High
0.3 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
About Newman Catholic High School
Newman Catholic High School is a private high school in Wausau, WI. Newman Catholic High School serves approximately 241 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Newman Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #282 of 571 private schools in WI.
- This school 6.4 · Average
- WI avg 5.5
What Parents Should Know
Newman Catholic 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
BetaHow Newman Catholic High School compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Wausau, WI
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Newman Catholic High School (this school) | 6.4 |
| West High | 5.1 |
| John Muir Middle | 7.2 |
| Wausau Area Virtual Education | 4.6 |
| Horace Mann Middle | 7.3 |
| Wausau Area Montessori Charter School | 7.2 |
| East High | 5.0 |
| Enrich Excel Achieve Learning Academy | 6.4 |
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.
Data Unavailable
View data sources
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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1130 W BRIDGE ST, Wausau, WI 54401
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Newman Catholic High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Enrich Excel Achieve Learning Academy (rated 6.4/10, 2.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is West High (rated 5.1/10, 0.3 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, East High (rated 5.0/10, 2.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Wausau, see our Wausau schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NEWMAN CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Wausau | 0.0 mi | 6.8 |
| West High Wausau | 0.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Grant Elementary Wausau | 0.4 mi | 7.9 |
| John Muir Middle Wausau | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW MONTESSORI Wausau | 0.8 mi | — |
| Thomas Jefferson Elementary Wausau | 0.8 mi | 8.5 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Wausau | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Lincoln Elementary Wausau | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| G D Jones Elementary Wausau | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Franklin Elementary Wausau | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| OUR SAVIORS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Wausau | 2.1 mi | — |
| Wausau Area Virtual Education Wausau | 1.8 mi | 4.6 |
| John Marshall Elementary Wausau | 2.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Horace Mann Middle Wausau | 2.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Wausau Area Montessori Charter School Wausau | 2.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Rib Mountain Elementary Wausau | 3.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Hawthorn Hills Elementary Wausau | 2.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Riverview Elementary Wausau | 2.8 mi | 6.1 |
| East High Wausau | 2.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Enrich Excel Achieve Learning Academy Wausau | 2.6 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 54401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,542
Median Home Value
$186,100
Median Rent
$969/mo
Population
31,430
College Educated
30.9%
Homeownership
66.3%
Avg Commute
15.4 min
Poverty Rate
11.3%
Median Age
40.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Pardeeville High Pardeeville, WI | 6.4 |
| Poynette High Poynette, WI | 6.4 |
| Random Lake High Random Lake, WI | 6.4 |
| SHEBOYGAN AREA LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Sheboygan, WI | 6.5 |
| Williams Bay High Williams Bay, WI | 6.5 |
| Blair-Taylor Middle/High Blair, WI | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Newman Catholic High School
What grades does Newman Catholic High School serve?
Newman Catholic High School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Newman Catholic High School?
Newman Catholic High School has an enrollment of approximately 241 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Newman Catholic High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Newman Catholic High School is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Newman Catholic High School rank in WI?
Newman Catholic High School ranks #282 of 571 private schools in WI.
What is Newman Catholic High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Newman Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Newman Catholic High School a private school?
Yes, Newman Catholic 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 Newman Catholic High School a religious school?
Newman Catholic High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Explore More Schools
Neighborhood Context
Powered by 
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 241
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 4.4 hours
- Days Per Year
- 179 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Marathon County
- Phone
- (715) 845-8274
Resources & Links
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateRelated reading
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.