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#491 of 571 private schools in WI

St Peter Catholic School

Elementary School

7129 COUNTY ROAD K, Middleton, WI 53562

Private

Enrollment

51

Student-Teacher

17:1

Score

4.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Wisconsin private schools

#491 of 571

In Middleton

#3 of 3

public schools

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St Peter Catholic School

4.9/10

Elementary School in Middleton · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About St Peter Catholic School

St Peter Catholic School is a private elementary school in Middleton, WI. St Peter Catholic School serves approximately 51 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. St Peter Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #491 of 571 private schools in WI.

How it compares1.9 pts below WI schools
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • WI avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

At 51 students, St Peter 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.

St Peter 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.

St Peter Catholic School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Compare to Public Schools

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How St Peter Catholic School compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Middleton, WI

Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
This School
vs
22.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
51
This School
vs
455
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.9
This School
vs
7.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 90.2% vs 0%
Hispanic 5.9% vs 0%
Black 2% vs 0%
St Peter Catholic School Middleton Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St Peter Catholic School (this school) 4.9
Northside Elementary 8.4
Sunset Ridge Elementary 8.1
Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District 4K 3.8
Kromrey Middle 8.4
Sauk Trail Elementary 7.6
Elm Lawn Elementary 9.1
Pope Farm Elementary 9.3

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

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

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)
C 2.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 17:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 7.8 / 10
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School Day Length 7.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 6.7 / 10
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Diversity Index 18%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.7 / 10
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Enrollment 51
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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)

White 90.2%
Hispanic 5.9%
Black 2.0%
Two or More 2.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

7129 COUNTY ROAD K, Middleton, WI 53562

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Peter Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pope Farm Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 4.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Elm Lawn Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 4.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Crestwood Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Madison), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Middleton, see our Middleton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.3 mi
School Distance Rating
WESTSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Middleton 1.8 mi 7.5
MADISON COMMUNITY MONTESSORI Middleton 2.2 mi 8.2
Northside Elementary Middleton 2.6 mi 8.4
Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District 4K Middleton 3.0 mi 3.8
Kromrey Middle Middleton 3.0 mi 8.4
Sunset Ridge Elementary Middleton 2.9 mi 8.1
Middleton High Middleton 3.2 mi 6.5
Clark Street Community School Middleton 3.2 mi 5.5
Sauk Trail Elementary Middleton 3.7 mi 7.6
Pope Farm Elementary Middleton 4.3 mi 9.3
Elm Lawn Elementary Middleton 4.0 mi 9.1
HIGH POINT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Madison 4.5 mi 7.3
Waunakee Intermediate Waunakee 4.1 mi 9.0
Ezekiel Gillespie Middle School Madison 5.5 mi 4.9
Muir Elementary Madison 5.5 mi 6.3
Vel Phillips Memorial High School Madison 5.6 mi 6.2
Crestwood Elementary Madison 5.3 mi 9.0
ST AMBROSE ACADEMY Madison 5.9 mi 6.8
West Middleton Elementary Verona 5.9 mi 8.1
Spring Harbor Middle Madison 5.3 mi 7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53562 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$97,241

Median Home Value

$495,600

Median Rent

$1,394/mo

Population

29,488

College Educated

64.8%

Homeownership

55.3%

Avg Commute

19.4 min

Poverty Rate

6.4%

Median Age

39.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Peter Catholic School

What grades does St Peter Catholic School serve?

St Peter Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend St Peter Catholic School?

St Peter Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 51 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Peter Catholic School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Peter Catholic School is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Peter Catholic School rank in WI?

St Peter Catholic School ranks #491 of 571 private schools in WI.

What is St Peter Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Peter Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Peter Catholic School a private school?

Yes, St Peter 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 Peter Catholic School a religious school?

St Peter Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
13 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
51
Gender Split
63% M / 37% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers (FTE)
3
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7.2 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Dane County

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