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#162 of 571 private schools in WI

Top 28% of private schools

Our Lady of the Lake Catholic School

Elementary School

215 LAKE SHORE DR E, Ashland, WI 54806

Private

Enrollment

100

Student-Teacher

10.5:1

Score

7.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#162 of 571

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Our Lady of the Lake Catholic School

7.1/10

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

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3.9/10

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3.7/10

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About Our Lady of the Lake Catholic School

Our Lady of the Lake Catholic School is a private elementary school in Ashland, WI. Our Lady of the Lake Catholic School serves approximately 100 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Our Lady of the Lake Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #162 of 571 private schools in WI.

How it compares0.3 pts above WI schools
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • WI avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

At 100 students, Our Lady of the Lake Catholic School 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.

Our Lady of the Lake Catholic 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

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How Our Lady of the Lake Catholic School compares to the 4 public schools in Ashland, WI

Student-Teacher Ratio
10.5:1
This School
vs
15.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
100
This School
vs
441
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.1
This School
vs
5.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 54% vs 0%
Hispanic 1% vs 0%
Asian 1% vs 0%
Our Lady of the Lake Catholic School Ashland Public Avg

All Schools in Ashland

School Rating
Our Lady of the Lake Catholic School (this school) 7.1
Ashland Middle 3.9
Ashland High 3.7
Lake Superior Elementary 7.8
Marengo Valley Elementary 5.5

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)
B+ 7.2 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 2.8 / 10
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School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,142.4
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 9.3 / 10
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Diversity Index 51%
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
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Enrollment 100
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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)

White 54.0%
Two or More 32.0%
Native American 10.0%
Pacific Islander 2.0%
Hispanic 1.0%
Asian 1.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

215 LAKE SHORE DR E, Ashland, WI 54806

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Our Lady of the Lake Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. South Shore Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 26.9 miles away, in nearby Port Wing), which scores notably higher. Another option is Drummond Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 25.2 miles away, in nearby Drummond), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lake Superior Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Ashland, see our Ashland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

19 within 35.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Ashland Middle Ashland 0.7 mi 3.9
Ashland High Ashland 1.6 mi 3.7
Lake Superior Elementary Ashland 1.7 mi 7.8
Washburn Middle Washburn 5.6 mi 6.3
Washburn High Washburn 5.6 mi 4.2
Washburn Elementary Washburn 5.9 mi 7.7
Marengo Valley Elementary Ashland 10.4 mi 5.5
La Pointe Elementary La Pointe 13.7 mi
Bayfield Middle Bayfield 15.6 mi 5.2
Bayfield Elementary Bayfield 15.6 mi 4.5
Bayfield High Bayfield 15.6 mi 5.7
Mellen Public School Mellen 21.5 mi 6.8
Drummond High Drummond 25.2 mi 5.1
Drummond Junior High Drummond 25.2 mi 5.9
Drummond Elementary Drummond 25.2 mi 9.0
South Shore Elementary Port Wing 26.9 mi 9.5
South Shore Jr/Sr High Port Wing 26.9 mi 7.2
Glidden Elementary Glidden 35.0 mi
Chequamegon Middle Glidden 35.0 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 54806 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,556

Median Home Value

$172,900

Median Rent

$709/mo

Population

11,708

College Educated

24.7%

Homeownership

69.3%

Avg Commute

14.6 min

Poverty Rate

17.7%

Median Age

41

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
CHRIST THE LORD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Brookfield, WI 7.1
Cleveland Elementary Cleveland, WI 7.1
DIVINE SAVIOR CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fredonia, WI 7.1
ST FRANCIS DE SALES SCHOOL Spooner, WI 7.1
ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee, WI 7.1
FOX VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Neenah, WI 7.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Our Lady of the Lake Catholic School

What grades does Our Lady of the Lake Catholic School serve?

Our Lady of the Lake Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Our Lady of the Lake Catholic School?

Our Lady of the Lake Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 100 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Our Lady of the Lake Catholic School?

The student-teacher ratio at Our Lady of the Lake Catholic 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 Our Lady of the Lake Catholic School rank in WI?

Our Lady of the Lake Catholic School ranks #162 of 571 private schools in WI.

What is Our Lady of the Lake Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?

Our Lady of the Lake Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 the Lake Catholic School a private school?

Yes, Our Lady of the Lake Catholic 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 Our Lady of the Lake Catholic School a religious school?

Our Lady of the Lake Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
59 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
78 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
100
Gender Split
53% M / 47% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
10
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
168 days
Setting
Remote Town
County
Ashland County

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