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Very Good

#101 of 571 private schools in WI

Top 18% of private schools

University Lake School

School

4024 NAGAWICKA RD, Hartland, WI 53029

Private

Enrollment

202

Student-Teacher

5.6:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Wisconsin private schools

#101 of 571

In Hartland

#1 of 4

public schools

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University Lake School

7.5/10

School in Hartland · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About University Lake School

University Lake School is a private school in Hartland, WI. University Lake School serves approximately 202 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 5.6:1 student-teacher ratio. University Lake School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #101 of 571 private schools in WI.

How it compares1.1 pts above WI schools
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • WI avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 5.6:1 students to teachers, University Lake School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

University Lake 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.

University Lake 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 University Lake School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Hartland, WI

Student-Teacher Ratio
5.6:1
This School
vs
15.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
202
This School
vs
676
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.5
This School
vs
8.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 84.7% vs 0%
Asian 4.5% vs 0%
Black 2% vs 0%
Hispanic 2% vs 0%
University Lake School Hartland Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
University Lake School (this school) 7.5
Lake Country School 8.6
North Elementary 7.8
Arrowhead High 6.3
South Elementary 8.3
North Shore Middle 8.6
Swallow Elementary 8.8

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)
A+ 9.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 5.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C- 1.9 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,072.6
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 7.9 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 28%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 202
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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 84.7%
Two or More 6.9%
Asian 4.5%
Black 2.0%
Hispanic 2.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

4024 NAGAWICKA RD, Hartland, WI 53029

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering University Lake School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Summit Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Oconomowoc), which scores notably higher. Another option is Swallow Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lake Country School (rated 8.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hartland, see our Hartland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Lake Country School Hartland 0.4 mi 8.6
DIVINE REDEEMER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hartland 0.8 mi 6.0
LAKE COUNTRY MONTESSORI Nashotah 1.1 mi
ST JOAN OF ARC PARISH SCHOOL Nashotah 1.7 mi 6.8
AUGUSTINE ACADEMY Hartland 2.3 mi 7.4
North Elementary Hartland 2.1 mi 7.8
Arrowhead High Hartland 2.3 mi 6.3
ST CHARLES PARISH SCHOOL Hartland 2.3 mi 6.8
Cushing Elementary Delafield 2.9 mi 8.4
Kettle Moraine 4K Delafield 2.9 mi 3.2
South Elementary Hartland 2.3 mi 8.3
Swallow Elementary Hartland 2.6 mi 8.8
North Shore Middle Hartland 2.4 mi 8.6
ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hartland 2.5 mi
Stone Bank Elementary Oconomowoc 3.8 mi 8.3
North Lake Elementary North Lake 4.2 mi 8.4
HOLY TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Okauchee 3.4 mi
PRAIRIE HILL WALDORF SCHOOL Pewaukee 4.2 mi 7.0
Summit Elementary Oconomowoc 4.1 mi 9.1
ST ANTHONY ON THE LAKE Pewaukee 4.6 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53029 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$109,778

Median Home Value

$449,800

Median Rent

$1,126/mo

Population

21,420

College Educated

49.4%

Homeownership

79.1%

Avg Commute

23 min

Poverty Rate

4.6%

Median Age

44.4

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FAITH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Williams Bay, WI 7.7
ST IGNATIUS CATHOLIC SCHOOL (SICS) Kaukauna, WI 7.7
VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Osceola, WI 7.7
GENESEE LAKE SCHOOL Oconomowoc, WI 7.2
NEW HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Neenah, WI 7.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about University Lake School

What grades does University Lake School serve?

University Lake School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend University Lake School?

University Lake School has an enrollment of approximately 202 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at University Lake School?

The student-teacher ratio at University Lake School is 5.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does University Lake School rank in WI?

University Lake School ranks #101 of 571 private schools in WI.

What is University Lake School's MySchoolScout rating?

University Lake School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is University Lake School a private school?

Yes, University Lake School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is University Lake School a religious school?

No, University Lake School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
5 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
202
Gender Split
55% M / 45% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
5.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6.2 hours
Days Per Year
173 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Waukesha County

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