Very Good
#175 of 571 private schools in WI
Top 31% of private schools
Operation Fresh Start
High School
2670 MILWAUKEE ST, Madison, WI 53704
Enrollment
36
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
7.0
Grades
12th – 12th
Enrollment
36
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
7.0
Grades
12th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Wisconsin private schools
#175 of 571
In Madison
#10 of 20
public schools
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Operation Fresh Start
High School in Madison · grades 12th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Operation Fresh Start
Operation Fresh Start is a private high school in Madison, WI. Operation Fresh Start serves approximately 36 students, and covers grades 12th-12th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Operation Fresh Start has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #175 of 571 private schools in WI.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- WI avg 5.5
What Parents Should Know
At 36 students, Operation Fresh Start 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.
Operation Fresh Start 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 Operation Fresh Start compares to 11 public schools serving similar grades in Madison, WI
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Operation Fresh Start (this school) | 7.0 |
| East High | 5.8 |
| Isthmus Montessori Academy Public | 8.6 |
| Shabazz-City High | 4.2 |
| Innovative High | 4.7 |
| Metro School | — |
| LaFollette High | 4.5 |
| Mendota Mental Health Institution | — |
| Milestone Democratic School | 7.3 |
| West High | 6.7 |
| Capital High | 8.0 |
| Vel Phillips Memorial High School | 6.2 |
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
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
2670 MILWAUKEE ST, Madison, WI 53704
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Operation Fresh Start may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Monona Grove High (rated 5.9/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Monona), a more accessible option. Another option is East High (rated 5.8/10, 0.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Innovative High (rated 4.7/10, 1.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Madison, see our Madison schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Emerson Elementary Madison | 0.3 mi | 7.6 |
| East High Madison | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Lowell Elementary Madison | 0.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Marquette Elementary Madison | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| O'Keeffe Middle Madison | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Isthmus Montessori Academy Public Madison | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Hawthorne Elementary Madison | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Schenk Elementary Madison | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Sherman Middle Madison | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Shabazz-City High Madison | 1.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Whitehorse Middle Madison | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| RICHARDSON SCHOOL Madison | 1.9 mi | — |
| Innovative High Madison | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Lapham Elementary Madison | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| ST DENNIS SCHOOL Madison | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| WINGS TO SOAR ONLINE ACADEMY Madison | 1.8 mi | 4.2 |
| Monona Grove High Monona | 2.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Winnequah School Monona | 2.5 mi | 8.1 |
| IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Monona | 2.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Lake View Elementary Madison | 2.6 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53704 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,007
Median Home Value
$289,000
Median Rent
$1,231/mo
Population
47,136
College Educated
49.5%
Homeownership
53.5%
Avg Commute
21.3 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
35.2
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|---|---|
| High Marq Environmental Charter School Montello, WI | 7.2 |
| Appleton eSchool Appleton, WI | 7.3 |
| TORAH ACADEMY OF MILWAUKEE Glendale, WI | 6.6 |
| Enrich Excel Achieve Learning Academy Wausau, WI | 6.4 |
| LAD LAKE LAKEWOOD/PASSAGE/ST. ROSE Dousman, WI | 7.7 |
| N-Gage Academy Necedah, WI | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Operation Fresh Start
What grades does Operation Fresh Start serve?
Operation Fresh Start serves students in grades 12th through 12th.
How many students attend Operation Fresh Start?
Operation Fresh Start has an enrollment of approximately 36 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Operation Fresh Start?
The student-teacher ratio at Operation Fresh Start is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Operation Fresh Start rank in WI?
Operation Fresh Start ranks #175 of 571 private schools in WI.
What is Operation Fresh Start's MySchoolScout rating?
Operation Fresh Start has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Operation Fresh Start a private school?
Yes, Operation Fresh Start is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Operation Fresh Start a religious school?
No, Operation Fresh Start is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 12th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 36
- Gender Split
- 86% M / 14% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 198 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Dane County
- Phone
- (608) 244-4721
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