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#225 of 571 private schools in WI

Top 39% of private schools

Newman Catholic Schools

School

1130 W BRIDGE ST, Wausau, WI 54401

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

501

Student-Teacher

8.6:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Enrollment

501

Student-Teacher

8.6:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Wisconsin private schools

#225 of 571

In Wausau

#1 of 4

public schools

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About Newman Catholic Schools

Newman Catholic Schools is a private school in Wausau, WI. Newman Catholic Schools serves approximately 501 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Newman Catholic Schools has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #225 of 571 private schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Newman Catholic Schools show 47% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).

How it compares0.4 pts above WI schools

6.8

This school 6.8 · Average
WI avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 8.6:1 students to teachers, Newman Catholic Schools sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Newman 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

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How Newman Catholic Schools compares to 20 public schools serving similar grades in Wausau, WI

Student-Teacher Ratio

8.6:1

This School

13.1:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

501

This School

389

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.8

This School

6.6

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 80.8% vs 0%

Hispanic 8.6% vs 0%

Asian 4.6% vs 0%

Black 0.8% vs 0%

Newman Catholic Schools Wausau Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Newman Catholic Schools (this school)	—	501	8.6:1	6.8
West High	0.3 mi	1,443	14.7:1	5.1
Grant Elementary	0.4 mi	172	10.1:1	7.9
John Muir Middle	0.7 mi	977	13.4:1	7.2
Thomas Jefferson Elementary	0.8 mi	375	12.5:1	8.5
Lincoln Elementary	1.1 mi	222	10.1:1	6.2
Franklin Elementary	1.2 mi	191	10.1:1	5.7
G D Jones Elementary	1.5 mi	547	14:1	6.1
Wausau Area Virtual Education	1.8 mi	175	19.4:1	4.6
Horace Mann Middle	2.1 mi	662	13.2:1	7.3
Wausau Area Montessori Charter School	2.1 mi	101	16.8:1	7.2
Hawthorn Hills Elementary	2.3 mi	198	11:1	6.5
John Marshall Elementary	2.6 mi	223	11.7:1	4.9
East High	2.6 mi	897	13.6:1	5.0
Enrich Excel Achieve Learning Academy	2.6 mi	33	5.5:1	6.4
Riverview Elementary	2.8 mi	495	17.7:1	6.1
Stettin Elementary	2.8 mi	313	16.5:1	7.8
Rib Mountain Elementary	3.0 mi	209	13.1:1	8.0
Maine Elementary	4.4 mi	240	13.3:1	6.5
South Mountain Elementary	4.5 mi	223	12.4:1	8.7
Hewitt-Texas Elementary	9.0 mi	87	12.4:1	6.0

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

A 8.6 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.6:1

Instructional Commitment

C- 1.9 / 10

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School Day Length 6.2 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,072.6

Diversity & Inclusion

A- 8.2 / 10

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Diversity Index 33%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

B 6.3 / 10

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Enrollment 501

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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 47.3% (2025 FORWARD)

School

State

46.0% (2025 FORWARD)

ELA Proficiency 56.2% (2025 FORWARD)

School

State

45.8% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 16 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 80.8%

Hispanic 8.6%

Asian 4.6%

Two or More 4.6%

Black 0.8%

Native American 0.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1130 W BRIDGE ST, Wausau, WI 54401

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Newman Catholic Schools may also want to explore other schools in the area. Thomas Jefferson Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rib Mountain Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Grant Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wausau, see our Wausau schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
NEWMAN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Wausau	0.0 mi	241	6.4
West High Wausau	0.3 mi	1,443	5.1
Grant Elementary Wausau	0.4 mi	172	7.9
John Muir Middle Wausau	0.7 mi	977	7.2
MOUNTAIN VIEW MONTESSORI Wausau	0.8 mi	12	—
Thomas Jefferson Elementary Wausau	0.8 mi	375	8.5
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Wausau	0.9 mi	155	6.1
Lincoln Elementary Wausau	1.1 mi	222	6.2
G D Jones Elementary Wausau	1.5 mi	547	6.1
Franklin Elementary Wausau	1.2 mi	191	5.7
OUR SAVIORS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Wausau	2.1 mi	23	—
Wausau Area Virtual Education Wausau	1.8 mi	175	4.6
John Marshall Elementary Wausau	2.6 mi	223	4.9
Horace Mann Middle Wausau	2.1 mi	662	7.3
Wausau Area Montessori Charter School Wausau	2.1 mi	101	7.2
Rib Mountain Elementary Wausau	3.0 mi	209	8.0
Hawthorn Hills Elementary Wausau	2.3 mi	198	6.5
Riverview Elementary Wausau	2.8 mi	495	6.1
East High Wausau	2.6 mi	897	5.0
Enrich Excel Achieve Learning Academy Wausau	2.6 mi	33	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	Enrollment	Rating
The Lincoln Academy Beloit, WI	626	6.7
Johnson Creek Public School Johnson Creek, WI	620	6.9
ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Wisconsin Rapids, WI	392	6.6
SHEBOYGAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sheboygan, WI	365	6.5
PACELLI CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Stevens Point, WI	553	6.4
CROSS TRAINERS ACADEMY Milwaukee, WI	415	6.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Newman Catholic Schools

What grades does Newman Catholic Schools serve?

Newman Catholic Schools serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Newman Catholic Schools?

Newman Catholic Schools has an enrollment of approximately 501 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Newman Catholic Schools?

The student-teacher ratio at Newman Catholic Schools is 8.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Newman Catholic Schools rank in WI?

Newman Catholic Schools ranks #225 of 571 private schools in WI.

What is Newman Catholic Schools's MySchoolScout rating?

Newman Catholic Schools has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Newman Catholic Schools?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Newman Catholic Schools has 47% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).

Is Newman Catholic Schools a private school?

Yes, Newman 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 Newman Catholic Schools a religious school?

Newman Catholic Schools has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 50 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score: 60 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment: 501
Gender Split: 47% M / 53% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 8.6:1
Teachers (FTE): 58
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 6.2 hours
Days Per Year: 173 days
Setting: Small City
County: Marathon County
Phone: (715) 845-5735

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