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#347 of 571 private schools in WI

Our Lady Queen of Peace School

Elementary School

418 HOLLY AVE, Madison, WI 53711

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

441

Student-Teacher

12.3:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

441

Student-Teacher

12.3:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Wisconsin private schools

#347 of 571

In Madison

#16 of 20

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About Our Lady Queen of Peace School

Our Lady Queen of Peace School is a private elementary school in Madison, WI. Our Lady Queen of Peace School serves approximately 441 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Our Lady Queen of Peace School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #347 of 571 private schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Our Lady Queen of Peace School show 30% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).

How it compares0.8 pts below WI schools

6.0

This school 6.0 · Average
WI avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

Our Lady Queen of Peace 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.

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How Our Lady Queen of Peace School compares to 49 public schools serving similar grades in Madison, WI

Student-Teacher Ratio

12.3:1

This School

12:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

441

This School

357

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.0

This School

6.7

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 83.4% vs 0%

Black 3.9% vs 0%

Hispanic 3.9% vs 0%

Asian 1.6% vs 0%

Our Lady Queen of Peace School Madison Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Our Lady Queen of Peace School (this school)	—	441	12.3:1	6.0
Midvale Elementary	0.3 mi	372	11.6:1	7.4
Hamilton Middle	0.7 mi	768	15.4:1	7.5
Van Hise Elementary	0.7 mi	421	15.6:1	8.7
Thoreau Elementary	1.0 mi	398	11.7:1	8.3
Cherokee Heights Middle	1.3 mi	537	11.9:1	6.7
Shorewood Hills Elementary	1.4 mi	382	12.7:1	9.4
Randall Elementary School	1.6 mi	316	14.4:1	8.4
Stephens Elementary	1.7 mi	482	11.8:1	6.4
Spring Harbor Middle	2.0 mi	270	13.5:1	7.9
Crestwood Elementary	2.1 mi	287	12.5:1	9.0
Orchard Ridge Elementary	2.3 mi	247	11.8:1	7.5
Toki Middle	2.3 mi	538	12.2:1	7.0
James Wright Middle	2.4 mi	259	11.3:1	6.4
Muir Elementary	2.5 mi	418	12.7:1	6.3
Leopold Elementary	2.6 mi	623	11.3:1	4.8
Milele Chikasa Anana Elementary School	2.6 mi	454	11.1:1	7.5
4K PK Off Site	2.7 mi	594	12.6:1	5.5
Lincoln Elementary	2.7 mi	385	12:1	7.4
Ezekiel Gillespie Middle School	2.8 mi	436	12.8:1	4.9
Franklin Elementary	3.0 mi	292	14.6:1	6.1

Showing 20 of 49 schools. View all schools in Madison

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

B 5.7 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.3:1

Instructional Commitment

C- 1.8 / 10

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School Day Length 6.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,072.5

Diversity & Inclusion

A- 8.0 / 10

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Diversity Index 29%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.3 / 10

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Enrollment 441

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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 30.4% (2025 FORWARD)

School

State

49.9% (2025 FORWARD)

ELA Proficiency 31.3% (2025 FORWARD)

School

State

49.4% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 14 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 83.4%

Two or More 4.1%

Black 3.9%

Hispanic 3.9%

Pacific Islander 2.7%

Asian 1.6%

Native American 0.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

418 HOLLY AVE, Madison, WI 53711

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Our Lady Queen of Peace School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Shorewood Hills Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Crestwood Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Van Hise Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Madison, see our Madison schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Midvale Elementary Madison	0.3 mi	372	7.4
Capital High Madison	0.7 mi	123	8.0
WINGRA SCHOOL Madison	0.7 mi	100	7.8
Van Hise Elementary Madison	0.7 mi	421	8.7
Hamilton Middle Madison	0.7 mi	768	7.5
Thoreau Elementary Madison	1.0 mi	398	8.3
Cherokee Heights Middle Madison	1.3 mi	537	6.7
Shorewood Hills Elementary Madison	1.4 mi	382	9.4
West High Madison	1.1 mi	2,137	6.7
BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Madison	1.3 mi	185	7.5
LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Madison	1.3 mi	200	7.4
EDGEWOOD HIGH SCHOOL OF THE SACRED HEART Madison	1.2 mi	528	6.3
EDGEWOOD CAMPUS SCHOOL Madison	1.3 mi	333	6.0
HORIZON HIGH Madison	1.5 mi	10	—
Randall Elementary School Madison	1.6 mi	316	8.4
MONTESSORI CHILDRENS HOUSE Madison	1.7 mi	2	—
Stephens Elementary Madison	1.7 mi	482	6.4
Spring Harbor Middle Madison	2.0 mi	270	7.9
ST MARIA GORETTI Madison	2.2 mi	320	6.2
Crestwood Elementary Madison	2.1 mi	287	9.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53711 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$101,236

Median Home Value

$387,600

Median Rent

$1,357/mo

Population

50,474

College Educated

66%

Homeownership

62%

Avg Commute

19.3 min

Poverty Rate

7.9%

Median Age

38.3

Similar Schools

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

School	Enrollment	Rating
Columbus Elementary Columbus, WI	438	6.0
DIVINE REDEEMER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hartland, WI	274	6.0
EDGEWOOD CAMPUS SCHOOL Madison, WI	333	6.0
GREATER HOLY TEMPLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Milwaukee, WI	435	6.0
HOLY APOSTLES SCHOOL New Berlin, WI	328	6.0
Lodi Primary Lodi, WI	396	6.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Our Lady Queen of Peace School

What grades does Our Lady Queen of Peace School serve?

Our Lady Queen of Peace School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Our Lady Queen of Peace School?

Our Lady Queen of Peace School has an enrollment of approximately 441 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Our Lady Queen of Peace School?

The student-teacher ratio at Our Lady Queen of Peace School is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Our Lady Queen of Peace School rank in WI?

Our Lady Queen of Peace School ranks #347 of 571 private schools in WI.

What is Our Lady Queen of Peace School's MySchoolScout rating?

Our Lady Queen of Peace School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Our Lady Queen of Peace School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Our Lady Queen of Peace School has 30% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).

Is Our Lady Queen of Peace School a private school?

Yes, Our Lady Queen of Peace 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 Queen of Peace School a religious school?

Our Lady Queen of Peace School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 47 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 37 Some Transit
Bike Score: 65 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 441
Gender Split: 53% M / 47% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 12.3:1
Teachers (FTE): 36
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 6.5 hours
Days Per Year: 165 days
Setting: Large City
County: Dane County
Phone: (608) 231-4580

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