Very Good

#171 of 571 private schools in WI

Top 30% of private schools

University School-milwaukee

School

2100 W FAIRY CHASM RD, Milwaukee, WI 53217

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

1,038

Student-Teacher

8:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Enrollment

1,038

Student-Teacher

8:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Wisconsin private schools

#171 of 571

In Milwaukee

#24 of 74

public schools

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About University School-milwaukee

University School-milwaukee is a private school in Milwaukee, WI. University School-milwaukee serves approximately 1,038 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 8:1 student-teacher ratio. University School-milwaukee has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #171 of 571 private schools in WI.

How it compares0.6 pts above WI schools

7.0

This school 7.0 · Very Good
WI avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 8:1 students to teachers, University School-milwaukee sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

University School-milwaukee 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

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How University School-milwaukee compares to 178 public schools serving similar grades in Milwaukee, WI

Student-Teacher Ratio

8:1

This School

21.2:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

1,038

This School

427

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

7.0

This School

5.0

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 68.3% vs 0%

Asian 9.9% vs 0%

Black 6.6% vs 0%

Hispanic 4.4% vs 0%

University School-milwaukee Milwaukee Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
University School-milwaukee (this school)	—	1,038	8:1	7.0
Bayside Middle	1.8 mi	341	11:1	9.6
Stormonth Elementary	3.0 mi	481	13.7:1	9.2
Thoreau Elementary	3.0 mi	357	19.8:1	4.5
Hawthorne Elementary	3.3 mi	285	15.8:1	4.2
Green Tree Preparatory Academy	3.7 mi	496	33.1:1	4.2
Barton Elementary	3.9 mi	259	16.2:1	4.9
Thurston Woods Elementary	4.3 mi	298	21.3:1	4.4
Morse Mid	4.9 mi	416	24.5:1	3.0
Darrell Lynn Hines Academy	5.0 mi	172	24.6:1	4.4
Milwaukee Sign Language Elementary	5.0 mi	414	18:1	3.9
Stuart Elementary	5.1 mi	295	17.4:1	5.6
Milwaukee Scholars Charter School	5.2 mi	769	22:1	6.9
Pratt Elementary	5.2 mi	309	18.2:1	5.4
Harold S Vincent School of Agricultural Science	5.3 mi	708	15.1:1	5.4
Vincent Accelerated Academy	5.3 mi	49	24.5:1	4.6
Kluge Elementary	5.3 mi	344	13.8:1	4.6
Goodrich Elementary	5.3 mi	288	14.4:1	4.6
Milwaukee Excellence Charter School	5.4 mi	269	53.8:1	3.0
Browning Elementary	5.5 mi	288	19.2:1	4.4
Obama School of Career and Technical Education	5.6 mi	1,226	34.1:1	4.5

Showing 20 of 178 schools. View all schools in Milwaukee

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

A 8.8 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 8:1

Instructional Commitment

C 3.4 / 10

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School Day Length 7.2 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,166.4

Diversity & Inclusion

A 9.2 / 10

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Diversity Index 50%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

C+ 3.8 / 10

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Enrollment 1,038

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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 68.3%

Two or More 10.1%

Asian 9.9%

Black 6.6%

Hispanic 4.4%

Native American 0.5%

Pacific Islander 0.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2100 W FAIRY CHASM RD, Milwaukee, WI 53217

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering University School-milwaukee may also want to explore other schools in the area. Indian Hill School (rated 9.8/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby River Hills), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bayside Middle (rated 9.6/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Stormonth Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Milwaukee, see our Milwaukee schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Indian Hill School River Hills	1.0 mi	221	9.8
Donges Bay Elementary Mequon	1.4 mi	516	8.5
Maple Dale School Fox Point	1.7 mi	203	9.1
Lake Shore Middle Mequon	2.2 mi	332	8.6
ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Glendale	2.2 mi	83	7.7
Bayside Middle Milwaukee	1.8 mi	341	9.6
LUMEN CHRISTI CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mequon	2.6 mi	289	7.7
ST EUGENE SCHOOL Fox Point	2.5 mi	124	7.3
RISEN SAVIOR LUTHERAN SCHOOL - EAST CAMPUS Milwaukee	2.8 mi	68	7.8
INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY AND ACADEMICS Brown Deer	2.5 mi	79	5.1
TORAH ACADEMY OF MILWAUKEE Glendale	3.1 mi	36	6.6
BADER HILLEL HIGH SCHOOL Glendale	3.2 mi	49	8.4
Stormonth Elementary Milwaukee	3.0 mi	481	9.2
Brown Deer Elementary Brown Deer	2.7 mi	722	6.7
Nicolet High Glendale	3.4 mi	1,054	6.8
Hawthorne Elementary Milwaukee	3.3 mi	285	4.2
Brown Deer Middle/High Brown Deer	2.8 mi	925	6.6
Homestead High Mequon	3.2 mi	1,225	6.6
Glen Hills Middle Glendale	3.6 mi	488	6.8
Thoreau Elementary Milwaukee	3.0 mi	357	4.5

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	Enrollment	Rating
AQUINAS CATHOLIC SCHOOLS La Crosse, WI	920	6.7
The Lincoln Academy Beloit, WI	626	6.7
MacDowell Montessori School K3-12 Milwaukee, WI	860	7.5
SALAM SCHOOL Milwaukee, WI	796	7.9
ST AUGUSTINE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Milwaukee, WI	1,379	6.0
Wisconsin Connections Academy Appleton, WI	672	5.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about University School-milwaukee

What grades does University School-milwaukee serve?

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

How many students attend University School-milwaukee?

University School-milwaukee has an enrollment of approximately 1,038 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at University School-milwaukee is 8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does University School-milwaukee rank in WI?

University School-milwaukee ranks #171 of 571 private schools in WI.

What is University School-milwaukee's MySchoolScout rating?

University School-milwaukee has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is University School-milwaukee a private school?

Yes, University School-milwaukee 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 School-milwaukee a religious school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 0 Car-Dependent
Bike Score: 32 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment: 1,038
Gender Split: 50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
Teachers (FTE): 129
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 7.2 hours
Days Per Year: 162 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Milwaukee County
Phone: (414) 540-3324

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