Very Good
#124 of 571 private schools in WI
Top 22% of private schools
St Monica School
Elementary School
5635 N SANTA MONICA BLVD, Whitefish Bay, WI 53217
Enrollment
340
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
340
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Wisconsin private schools
#124 of 571
In Whitefish Bay
#2 of 2
public schools
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St Monica School
Elementary School in Whitefish Bay · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Monica School
St Monica School is a private elementary school in Whitefish Bay, WI. St Monica School serves approximately 340 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St Monica School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #124 of 571 private schools in WI.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
St Monica 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 Monica School compares to the 4 public schools in Whitefish Bay, WI
Student Demographics
All Schools in Whitefish Bay
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Monica School (this school) | 7.3 |
| Richards Elementary | 8.0 |
| Whitefish Bay Middle | 8.6 |
| Whitefish Bay High | 7.2 |
| Cumberland Elementary | 7.9 |
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
5635 N SANTA MONICA BLVD, Whitefish Bay, WI 53217
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Monica School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Stormonth Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Milwaukee), which scores notably higher. Another option is MILWAUKEE JEWISH DAY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Milwaukee), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Richards Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Whitefish Bay, see our Whitefish Bay schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DOMINICAN HIGH SCHOOL Milwaukee | 0.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Richards Elementary Whitefish Bay | 0.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Whitefish Bay Middle Whitefish Bay | 0.8 mi | 8.6 |
| BADER HILLEL ACADEMY Milwaukee | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| MILWAUKEE JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Milwaukee | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Whitefish Bay High Whitefish Bay | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| HOLY FAMILY PARISH SCHOOL Whitefish Bay | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Cumberland Elementary Whitefish Bay | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| NORTH SHORE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Glendale | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Parkway Elementary Glendale | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Nicolet High Glendale | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Southeastern Milwaukee | 1.8 mi | — |
| Pratt Elementary Milwaukee | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| EASTBROOK ACADEMY Milwaukee | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Lake Bluff Elementary Shorewood | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Stormonth Elementary Milwaukee | 2.1 mi | 9.2 |
| MESSMER CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Milwaukee | 2.2 mi | 4.7 |
| TORAH ACADEMY OF MILWAUKEE Glendale | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
| BADER HILLEL HIGH SCHOOL Glendale | 2.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Milwaukee Excellence Charter School Milwaukee | 1.9 mi | 3.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53217 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$132,044
Median Home Value
$426,100
Median Rent
$1,519/mo
Population
30,381
College Educated
73.3%
Homeownership
76%
Avg Commute
22.3 min
Poverty Rate
5.3%
Median Age
40.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bethesda Elementary Waukesha, WI | 7.3 |
| Birnamwood Elementary Birnamwood, WI | 7.3 |
| Cashton Elementary Cashton, WI | 7.3 |
| Core Knowledge Charter School Verona, WI | 7.3 |
| Country View Elementary Verona, WI | 7.3 |
| Decorah Elementary West Bend, WI | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Monica School
What grades does St Monica School serve?
St Monica School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Monica School?
St Monica School has an enrollment of approximately 340 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Monica School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Monica School is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Monica School rank in WI?
St Monica School ranks #124 of 571 private schools in WI.
What is St Monica School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Monica School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Monica School a private school?
Yes, St Monica 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 Monica School a religious school?
St Monica School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 340
- Gender Split
- 62% M / 38% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.1 hours
- Days Per Year
- 177 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Milwaukee County
- Phone
- (414) 332-3660
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