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#189 of 571 private schools in WI
Top 33% of private schools
St Dennis School
Elementary School
409 DEMPSEY RD, Madison, WI 53714
Enrollment
246
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
246
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Wisconsin private schools
#189 of 571
In Madison
#11 of 20
public schools
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St Dennis School
Elementary School in Madison · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Dennis School
St Dennis School is a private elementary school in Madison, WI. St Dennis School serves approximately 246 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. St Dennis School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #189 of 571 private schools in WI.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
St Dennis 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
BetaHow St Dennis School compares to 48 public schools serving similar grades in Madison, WI
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Dennis School (this school) | 6.9 |
| Whitehorse Middle | 4.5 |
| Schenk Elementary | 6.2 |
| Kennedy Elementary | 4.3 |
| Lowell Elementary | 8.4 |
| Elvehjem Elementary | 7.4 |
| Hawthorne Elementary | 5.5 |
| Sennett Middle | 5.2 |
| Emerson Elementary | 7.6 |
| Marquette Elementary | 7.9 |
| O'Keeffe Middle | 6.7 |
| Dr Virginia Henderson Elementary School | 7.4 |
| Milestone Democratic School | 7.3 |
| Isthmus Montessori Academy Public | 8.6 |
| Lapham Elementary | 6.3 |
| Sherman Middle | 5.1 |
| Sandburg Elementary | 6.1 |
| One City Elementary School | 7.4 |
| One City Preparatory Academy | 5.7 |
| Metro School | — |
| Lake View Elementary | 4.6 |
Showing 20 of 48 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
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
409 DEMPSEY RD, Madison, WI 53714
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Dennis School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lowell Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Winnequah School (rated 8.1/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Monona), which scores notably higher. Additionally, IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Monona), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Madison, see our Madison schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Whitehorse Middle Madison | 0.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Schenk Elementary Madison | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| TOAD HILL CHILDRENS HOUSE Madison | 0.7 mi | — |
| Kennedy Elementary Madison | 1.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Monona Grove High Monona | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| WINGS TO SOAR ONLINE ACADEMY Madison | 1.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Hawthorne Elementary Madison | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Lowell Elementary Madison | 1.3 mi | 8.4 |
| ABUNDANT LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Madison | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Elvehjem Elementary Madison | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| LaFollette High Madison | 1.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Sennett Middle Madison | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
| IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Monona | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Monona Grove Liberal Arts Monona | 2.1 mi | 8.3 |
| OPERATION FRESH START Madison | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Dr Virginia Henderson Elementary School Madison | 2.3 mi | 7.4 |
| HOLY CROSS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Madison | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Winnequah School Monona | 2.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Nuestro Mundo Monona | 2.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Milestone Democratic School Madison | 2.4 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53714 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,862
Median Home Value
$275,000
Median Rent
$1,220/mo
Population
16,340
College Educated
40.4%
Homeownership
59.1%
Avg Commute
21.7 min
Poverty Rate
14.1%
Median Age
40.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BETHLEHEM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sheboygan, WI | 6.9 |
| Denmark Early Childhood Ctr Denmark, WI | 6.9 |
| Gegan Elementary Menasha, WI | 6.9 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Brookfield, WI | 6.9 |
| Kegonsa Elementary Stoughton, WI | 6.9 |
| Lomira Elementary Lomira, WI | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Dennis School
What grades does St Dennis School serve?
St Dennis School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St Dennis School?
St Dennis School has an enrollment of approximately 246 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Dennis School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Dennis School is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Dennis School rank in WI?
St Dennis School ranks #189 of 571 private schools in WI.
What is St Dennis School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Dennis School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Dennis School a private school?
Yes, St Dennis 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 St Dennis School a religious school?
St Dennis School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 246
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.1 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Dane County
- Phone
- (608) 246-5121
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