Excellent
#32 of 571 private schools in WI
Top 5% of private schools
Wayland Academy
High School
101 N UNIVERSITY AVE, Beaver Dam, WI 53916
Enrollment
128
Student-Teacher
7.4:1
Score
8.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
128
Student-Teacher
7.4:1
Score
8.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Wisconsin private schools
#32 of 571
In Beaver Dam
#1 of 3
public schools
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About Wayland Academy
Wayland Academy is a private high school in Beaver Dam, WI. Wayland Academy serves approximately 128 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 7.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Wayland Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #32 of 571 private schools in WI.
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- WI avg 5.5
What Parents Should Know
At 128 students, Wayland Academy 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 7.4:1 students to teachers, Wayland Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Wayland Academy 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 Wayland Academy compares to the 8 public schools in Beaver Dam, WI
Student Demographics
All Schools in Beaver Dam
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Wayland Academy (this school) | 8.1 |
| Lincoln Elementary | 8.5 |
| Beaver Dam High | 4.2 |
| Beaver Dam Middle | 6.2 |
| BDUSD4Kids | 3.2 |
| Jefferson Elementary | 7.9 |
| Wilson Elementary | 8.6 |
| Washington Elementary | 9.0 |
| Prairie View Elementary | 9.2 |
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
101 N UNIVERSITY AVE, Beaver Dam, WI 53916
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wayland Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Randolph High (rated 5.6/10, 10.4 miles away, in nearby Randolph), a more accessible option. Another option is Beaver Dam High (rated 4.2/10, 0.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Dodgeland High (rated 4.1/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Juneau), a more accessible option. For more schools in Beaver Dam, see our Beaver Dam schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Elementary Beaver Dam | 0.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Beaver Dam High Beaver Dam | 0.5 mi | 4.2 |
| BDUSD4Kids Beaver Dam | 0.6 mi | 3.2 |
| ST KATHARINE DREXEL SCHOOL Beaver Dam | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Beaver Dam Middle Beaver Dam | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Jefferson Elementary Beaver Dam | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Washington Elementary Beaver Dam | 1.0 mi | 9.0 |
| Wilson Elementary Beaver Dam | 0.8 mi | 8.6 |
| ST STEPHENS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Beaver Dam | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Prairie View Elementary Beaver Dam | 1.2 mi | 9.2 |
| Dodgeland High Juneau | 6.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Dodgeland Elementary Juneau | 6.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Dodgeland Middle Juneau | 6.7 mi | 8.2 |
| School for Agricultural and Environmental Studies Fox Lake | 8.4 mi | 8.4 |
| ST JOHN'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fox Lake | 8.5 mi | — |
| ST JOHN'S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Juneau | 7.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Meadow View Primary Waupun | 12.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Randolph Elementary Randolph | 10.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Randolph High Randolph | 10.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Randolph Middle School Randolph | 10.4 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53916 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,704
Median Home Value
$212,200
Median Rent
$932/mo
Population
22,956
College Educated
27%
Homeownership
63.7%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
5.5%
Median Age
43.3
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CATHOLIC CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Burlington, WI | 8.0 |
| Capital High Madison, WI | 8.0 |
| Butternut High Butternut, WI | 7.9 |
| Green Lake High Green Lake, WI | 7.9 |
| LOURDES ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Oshkosh, WI | 7.9 |
| Monona Grove Liberal Arts Monona, WI | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wayland Academy
What grades does Wayland Academy serve?
Wayland Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Wayland Academy?
Wayland Academy has an enrollment of approximately 128 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wayland Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Wayland Academy is 7.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Wayland Academy rank in WI?
Wayland Academy ranks #32 of 571 private schools in WI.
What is Wayland Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Wayland Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Wayland Academy a private school?
Yes, Wayland Academy 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 Wayland Academy a religious school?
No, Wayland Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 128
- Gender Split
- 54% M / 46% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 169 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Dodge County
- Phone
- (920) 356-2120
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