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#257 of 571 private schools in WI

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Our Lady of Grace Academy

Elementary School

1435 GROVE AVE, Racine, WI 53405

Private

Enrollment

259

Student-Teacher

16.2:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Wisconsin private schools

#257 of 571

In Racine

#6 of 13

public schools

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Our Lady of Grace Academy

6.6/10

Elementary School in Racine · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Knapp Elementary

5.5/10

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4.0/10

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About Our Lady of Grace Academy

Our Lady of Grace Academy is a private elementary school in Racine, WI. Our Lady of Grace Academy serves approximately 259 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Our Lady of Grace Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #257 of 571 private schools in WI.

How it comparesOn par with WI schools
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • WI avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

Our Lady of Grace Academy 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 Our Lady of Grace Academy compares to 21 public schools serving similar grades in Racine, WI

Student-Teacher Ratio
16.2:1
This School
vs
12.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
259
This School
vs
537
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.6
This School
vs
4.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 57.9% vs 0%
White 19.3% vs 0%
Black 9.7% vs 0%
Asian 1.9% vs 0%
Our Lady of Grace Academy Racine Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Our Lady of Grace Academy (this school) 6.6
Knapp Elementary 5.5
Fratt Elementary 4.0
Walden III High 4.9
Mitchell School 3.8
Starbuck - An IB World School 5.0
Johnson Elementary 4.3
Jefferson Lighthouse Elementary 3.9
RUSD Montessori 8.1
21st Century Preparatory School 3.0
Bull Early Education Center 4.0
All District 4 Year Old Kindergarten 3.1
Julian Thomas Elementary 4.8
Racine Alternative Learning 6.0
West Ridge Elementary 2.2
Gilmore Fine Arts School 4.4
Wadewitz Elementary 5.4
Red Apple Elementary 5.3
Roosevelt Elementary 4.8
Jerstad-Agerholm School 2.7
Gifford School 5.1

Showing 20 of 21 schools. View all schools in Racine

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
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C 3.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 16.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 7.8 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A+ 9.6 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 61%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 259
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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)

Hispanic 57.9%
White 19.3%
Two or More 11.2%
Black 9.7%
Asian 1.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1435 GROVE AVE, Racine, WI 53405

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Our Lady of Grace Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RUSD Montessori (rated 8.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is RACINE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, JOHN PAUL II ACADEMY (rated 6.2/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Racine, see our Racine schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Knapp Elementary Racine 0.3 mi 5.5
Fratt Elementary Racine 0.6 mi 4.0
Park High Racine 0.6 mi 3.3
Walden III High Racine 0.9 mi 4.9
Mitchell School Racine 1.0 mi 3.8
Johnson Elementary Racine 1.1 mi 4.3
Jefferson Lighthouse Elementary Racine 1.1 mi 3.9
RACINE LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Racine 1.3 mi 7.4
RACINE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Racine 1.1 mi 6.2
Starbuck - An IB World School Racine 1.0 mi 5.0
RUSD Montessori Racine 1.4 mi 8.1
JOHN PAUL II ACADEMY Racine 1.7 mi 6.2
EVERGREEN ACADEMY Racine 1.7 mi 6.2
21st Century Preparatory School Racine 1.5 mi 3.0
Racine Alternative Learning Racine 1.8 mi 6.0
Bull Early Education Center Racine 1.5 mi 4.0
Julian Thomas Elementary Racine 1.7 mi 4.8
All District 4 Year Old Kindergarten Racine 1.5 mi 3.1
Gilmore Fine Arts School Racine 1.9 mi 4.4
Racine Youthful Offender Warren Young High Racine 1.8 mi 2.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53405 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,339

Median Home Value

$173,600

Median Rent

$946/mo

Population

27,843

College Educated

25.9%

Homeownership

77%

Avg Commute

21.2 min

Poverty Rate

9.6%

Median Age

36.6

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Amy Belle Elementary Colgate, WI 6.6
Barbee Elementary Milwaukee, WI 6.6
CONCORDIA LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sturtevant, WI 6.6
Coleman Elementary Coleman, WI 6.6
DIVINE MERCY SCHOOL South Milwaukee, WI 6.6
Eisenhower Elementary Wauwatosa, WI 6.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Our Lady of Grace Academy

What grades does Our Lady of Grace Academy serve?

Our Lady of Grace Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Our Lady of Grace Academy?

Our Lady of Grace Academy has an enrollment of approximately 259 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Our Lady of Grace Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Our Lady of Grace Academy is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Our Lady of Grace Academy rank in WI?

Our Lady of Grace Academy ranks #257 of 571 private schools in WI.

What is Our Lady of Grace Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Our Lady of Grace Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Our Lady of Grace Academy a private school?

Yes, Our Lady of Grace Academy 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 Our Lady of Grace Academy a religious school?

Our Lady of Grace Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
68 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
42 Some Transit
Bike Score
67 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
259
Gender Split
47% M / 53% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Small City
County
Racine County

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