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#230 of 571 private schools in WI
Top 40% of private schools
St Nicholas Catholic School
Elementary School
W2035 COUNTY ROAD S, Freedom, WI 54130
Enrollment
97
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
97
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Wisconsin private schools
#230 of 571
In Freedom
#1 of 2
public schools
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St Nicholas Catholic School
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About St Nicholas Catholic School
St Nicholas Catholic School is a private elementary school in Freedom, WI. St Nicholas Catholic School serves approximately 97 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.8:1 student-teacher ratio. St Nicholas Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #230 of 571 private schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for St Nicholas Catholic School show 53% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 97 students, St Nicholas Catholic 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 7.8:1 students to teachers, St Nicholas Catholic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Nicholas Catholic 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 Nicholas Catholic School compares to the 3 public schools in Freedom, WI
Student Demographics
All Schools in Freedom
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Nicholas Catholic School (this school) | 6.7 |
| Freedom Middle | 6.7 |
| Freedom High | 5.6 |
| Freedom Elementary | 7.6 |
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 4 test records from WI state assessments. About our data
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
W2035 COUNTY ROAD S, Freedom, WI 54130
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Nicholas Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Park Community Charter School (rated 8.5/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Kaukauna), which scores notably higher. Another option is Flex Academy (rated 8.4/10, 6.8 miles away, in nearby Little Chute), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Haen Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Kaukauna), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Freedom, see our Freedom schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Freedom High Freedom | 0.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Freedom Middle Freedom | 0.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Freedom Elementary Freedom | 2.0 mi | 7.6 |
| ST PETER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Freedom | 4.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Haen Elementary Kaukauna | 6.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Flex Academy Little Chute | 6.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Little Chute High Little Chute | 6.9 mi | 3.7 |
| Little Chute Middle Little Chute | 6.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Little Chute Intermediate Little Chute | 6.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Little Chute Career Pathways Academy Little Chute | 6.9 mi | 7.3 |
| ST IGNATIUS CATHOLIC SCHOOL (SICS) Kaukauna | 7.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Park Community Charter School Kaukauna | 7.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Little Chute Elementary Little Chute | 7.3 mi | 7.7 |
| River View School Kaukauna | 7.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Appleton Public Montessori Grand Chute | 6.2 mi | 7.1 |
| ST JOHN NEPOMUCENE SCHOOL Little Chute | 7.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Fox Cities Leadership Academy Appleton | 6.6 mi | 3.0 |
| North High Appleton | 6.6 mi | 4.3 |
| CELEBRATION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Appleton | 6.9 mi | 6.6 |
| 4K Center for Literacy Kimberly | 8.1 mi | 3.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 54130 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,364
Median Home Value
$242,300
Median Rent
$969/mo
Population
28,030
College Educated
27.4%
Homeownership
77.7%
Avg Commute
20.9 min
Poverty Rate
5.7%
Median Age
39.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HOLY ROSARY SCHOOL Medford, WI | 6.7 |
| Maple Grove School Athens, WI | 6.7 |
| North Freedom Elementary North Freedom, WI | 6.7 |
| OUR REDEEMER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Delavan, WI | 6.7 |
| ST JEROME SCHOOL Columbus, WI | 6.7 |
| ST MARGARET MARY Milwaukee, WI | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Nicholas Catholic School
What grades does St Nicholas Catholic School serve?
St Nicholas Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Nicholas Catholic School?
St Nicholas Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 97 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Nicholas Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Nicholas Catholic School is 7.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Nicholas Catholic School rank in WI?
St Nicholas Catholic School ranks #230 of 571 private schools in WI.
What is St Nicholas Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Nicholas Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Nicholas Catholic School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, St Nicholas Catholic School has 53% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).
Is St Nicholas Catholic School a private school?
Yes, St Nicholas Catholic 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 Nicholas Catholic School a religious school?
St Nicholas Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 97
- Gender Split
- 67% M / 33% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 178 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Outagamie County
- Phone
- (920) 788-9371
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