Very Good
#157 of 571 private schools in WI
Top 27% of private schools
St Francis De Sales School
Elementary School
300 OAK ST, Spooner, WI 54801
Enrollment
112
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
112
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Wisconsin private schools
#157 of 571
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St Francis De Sales School
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About St Francis De Sales School
St Francis De Sales School is a private elementary school in Spooner, WI. St Francis De Sales School serves approximately 112 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. St Francis De Sales School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #157 of 571 private schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for St Francis De Sales School show 0% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 0% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 112 students, St Francis De Sales 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.
At 8.8:1 students to teachers, St Francis De Sales School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Francis De Sales 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 Francis De Sales School compares to the 3 public schools in Spooner, WI
Student Demographics
All Schools in Spooner
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Francis De Sales School (this school) | 7.1 |
| Spooner Middle | 7.4 |
| Spooner Elementary | 8.0 |
| Spooner High | 4.2 |
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 WI FORWARD (2024-25)
Based on 2 test records from WI state assessments. About our data
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
300 OAK ST, Spooner, WI 54801
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Francis De Sales School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Shell Lake Elementary (3-6) (rated 8.7/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Shell Lake), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hilltop Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 23.6 miles away, in nearby Rice Lake), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Spooner Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Spooner, see our Spooner schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 23.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Spooner Middle Spooner | 0.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Spooner Elementary Spooner | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Spooner High Spooner | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Shell Lake Primary (K-2) Shell Lake | 7.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Shell Lake Elementary (3-6) Shell Lake | 7.0 mi | 8.7 |
| Shell Lake Junior/Senior High Shell Lake | 7.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Haugen Elementary Haugen | 15.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Cumberland Elementary Cumberland | 20.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Cumberland High Cumberland | 21.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Cumberland Middle Cumberland | 21.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Island City Virtual Academy Cumberland | 21.7 mi | 3.6 |
| NorthStar Community Charter School Minong | 23.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Northwood High/Middle Minong | 23.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Northwood Elementary Minong | 23.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Northwood Virtual Charter School Minong | 23.1 mi | — |
| Hilltop Day Care and Preschool Rice Lake | 23.5 mi | — |
| Hilltop Elementary Rice Lake | 23.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Rice Lake High Rice Lake | 23.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Rice Lake Middle Rice Lake | 23.6 mi | 7.8 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Rice Lake | 23.4 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 54801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,591
Median Home Value
$198,500
Median Rent
$812/mo
Population
6,122
College Educated
24.3%
Homeownership
74.2%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
12.5%
Median Age
54.6
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|---|---|
| Appleton Public Montessori Grand Chute, WI | 7.1 |
| CHRIST THE LORD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Brookfield, WI | 7.1 |
| Cleveland Elementary Cleveland, WI | 7.1 |
| DIVINE SAVIOR CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fredonia, WI | 7.1 |
| OUR LADY OF THE LAKE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Ashland, WI | 7.1 |
| ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee, WI | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Francis De Sales School
What grades does St Francis De Sales School serve?
St Francis De Sales School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Francis De Sales School?
St Francis De Sales School has an enrollment of approximately 112 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Francis De Sales School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Francis De Sales School is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Francis De Sales School rank in WI?
St Francis De Sales School ranks #157 of 571 private schools in WI.
What is St Francis De Sales School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Francis De Sales 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.
What are the test scores at St Francis De Sales School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, St Francis De Sales School has 0% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 0% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).
Is St Francis De Sales School a private school?
Yes, St Francis De Sales 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 Francis De Sales School a religious school?
St Francis De Sales School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 112
- Gender Split
- 69% M / 31% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 173 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Washburn County
- Phone
- (715) 635-2774
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