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#362 of 571 private schools in WI

St Augustine Preparatory Academy

School

2607 S 5TH ST, Milwaukee, WI 53207

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 172 schools in Milwaukee. Learn more

Enrollment

1,379

Student-Teacher

11.6:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Milwaukee

#46 of 74

public schools

Wisconsin schools

#58 of 80

About St Augustine Preparatory Academy

St Augustine Preparatory Academy serves students from prekindergarten through grade 12 in Milwaukee, located at 2607 S 5th St. The school has an enrollment of 1,379 students supported by 118 full-time equivalent teachers, which creates a student-teacher ratio of 11.6:1. This ratio allows for relatively individualized attention within a larger school community.

As a regular public school in Wisconsin's largest city, St Augustine Preparatory Academy is positioned in the middle range of state performance, ranking 268th out of 571 schools in Wisconsin, placing it at the 53rd percentile. The school holds a MySchoolScout Rating of 6.2 out of 10, reflecting a school with room for academic growth and development. The school's large urban setting provides students with access to Milwaukee's resources and cultural opportunities while serving a substantial student population across all grade levels from early childhood through secondary education.

What Parents Should Know

As a private school, St Augustine Preparatory Academy operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Financial Overview

Source: IRS Form 990 (2023 filing)

Per-Pupil Spending
Total expenses ÷ enrollment
$14,755
Per-Pupil Revenue
Total revenue ÷ enrollment
$16,434
Financial Health
Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
1.11x — Strong
Tuition Dependency
Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
58%
Total Assets
End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
$60.5M

Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 1,379 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.

Compare to Public Schools

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How St Augustine Preparatory Academy compares to 178 public schools serving similar grades in Milwaukee, WI

Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
This School
vs
21.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
1,379
This School
vs
427
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.0
This School
vs
5.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 91.5% vs 0%
Black 4.1% vs 0%
White 2.2% vs 0%
Asian 0.1% vs 0%
St Augustine Preparatory Academy Milwaukee Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
St Augustine Preparatory Academy (this school) 6.0
Riley Dual Language Montessori School 4.3
Stellar Collegiate Charter School 6.3
Grandview High 5.6
Downtown Montessori 6.3
Zablocki Elementary 6.6
Carmen Middle School South 8.8
Milwaukee Parkside School 6.8
Hayes Bilingual School 4.6
Bay View High 4.6
Lincoln Avenue Elementary 5.2
La Causa Charter School 4.6
Humboldt Park Elementary 4.7
Forest Home Elementary 5.9
Allen-Field Elementary 5.4
South Division High 6.3
South Accelerated Academy 6.7
Carmen Hi Southeast Campus 4.5
Pulaski High 6.7
Rogers Street Academy 5.4
United Community Center Acosta Middle School 6.0

Showing 20 of 178 schools. View all schools in Milwaukee

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

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 6.2 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 8.9 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.1 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,299.3
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 6.2 / 10
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Diversity Index 16%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C- 2.4 / 10
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Enrollment 1,379
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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 3.9%
School
State
45.3%
ELA Proficiency 8.6%
School
State
45.4%

Based on 20 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Hispanic 91.5%
Black 4.1%
White 2.2%
Two or More 2.0%
Asian 0.1%
Native American 0.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2607 S 5TH ST, Milwaukee, WI 53207

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Augustine Preparatory Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Carmen Middle School South (rated 8.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST LUCAS EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Milwaukee Parkside School (rated 6.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Milwaukee, see our Milwaukee schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Riley Dual Language Montessori School Milwaukee 0.3 mi 4.3
ST JOSAPHAT PARISH SCHOOL Milwaukee 0.4 mi 6.0
Stellar Collegiate Charter School Milwaukee 0.5 mi 6.3
Zablocki Elementary Milwaukee 0.7 mi 6.6
Grandview High Milwaukee 0.6 mi 5.6
Hayes Bilingual School Milwaukee 0.8 mi 4.6
Downtown Montessori Milwaukee 0.7 mi 6.3
Milwaukee Parkside School Milwaukee 0.8 mi 6.8
Carmen Middle School South Milwaukee 0.7 mi 8.8
ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Milwaukee 1.0 mi 3.8
ST JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC SCHOOL Milwaukee 1.0 mi 5.4
La Causa Charter School Milwaukee 1.1 mi 4.6
ST LUCAS EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee 0.8 mi 6.9
Allen-Field Elementary Milwaukee 1.2 mi 5.4
Bay View High Milwaukee 1.0 mi 4.6
Humboldt Park Elementary Milwaukee 1.1 mi 4.7
ST JOSEPH ACADEMY Milwaukee 1.0 mi 5.3
Lincoln Avenue Elementary Milwaukee 1.0 mi 5.2
Forest Home Elementary Milwaukee 1.2 mi 5.9
South Division High Milwaukee 1.3 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53207 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$79,576

Median Home Value

$228,500

Median Rent

$1,145/mo

Population

34,536

College Educated

45.1%

Homeownership

60.1%

Avg Commute

22 min

Poverty Rate

8.9%

Median Age

37.1

Community Profile

The community surrounding St Augustine Preparatory Academy has a median household income of $79,576. It is a well-educated community where 45% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $228,500, with a median rent of $1,145/month. The local poverty rate of 8.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
AQUINAS CATHOLIC SCHOOLS La Crosse, WI 6.7
Golda Meir School Milwaukee, WI 6.7
MacDowell Montessori School K3-12 Milwaukee, WI 6.8
UNIVERSITY SCHOOL-MILWAUKEE Milwaukee, WI 6.9
HAPA-Hmong American Peace Academy K3-12 Milwaukee, WI 5.0
SIENA CATHOLIC SCHOOLS OF RACINE Racine, WI 7.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Augustine Preparatory Academy

What grades does St Augustine Preparatory Academy serve?

St Augustine Preparatory Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend St Augustine Preparatory Academy?

St Augustine Preparatory Academy has an enrollment of approximately 1,379 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Augustine Preparatory Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at St Augustine Preparatory Academy is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Augustine Preparatory Academy rank in WI?

St Augustine Preparatory Academy is ranked #362 out of 571 private schools in WI.

What is St Augustine Preparatory Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

St Augustine Preparatory Academy has a composite rating of 6.0 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at St Augustine Preparatory Academy?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, St Augustine Preparatory Academy has 3.9% math proficiency and 8.6% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is St Augustine Preparatory Academy a private school?

Yes, St Augustine Preparatory Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is St Augustine Preparatory Academy a religious school?

St Augustine Preparatory Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
73 Very Walkable
Transit Score
47 Some Transit
Bike Score
63 Bikeable
City Safety
High (4,164/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Milwaukee). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
1,379
Gender Split
49% M / 51% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
118
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
7.1 hours
Days Per Year
183 days
Setting
Large City
County
MILWAUKEE
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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