Very Good
#64 of 571 private schools in WI
Top 11% of private schools
Wingra School
Elementary School
718 GILMORE ST, Madison, WI 53711
Enrollment
100
Student-Teacher
6.3:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
100
Student-Teacher
6.3:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Wisconsin private schools
#64 of 571
In Madison
#4 of 20
public schools
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Wingra School
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About Wingra School
Wingra School is a private elementary school in Madison, WI. Wingra School serves approximately 100 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 6.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Wingra School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #64 of 571 private schools in WI.
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 100 students, Wingra 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 6.3:1 students to teachers, Wingra School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Wingra 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 Wingra School compares to 48 public schools serving similar grades in Madison, WI
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Wingra School (this school) | 7.8 |
| Thoreau Elementary | 8.3 |
| Midvale Elementary | 7.4 |
| Cherokee Heights Middle | 6.7 |
| Randall Elementary School | 8.4 |
| Hamilton Middle | 7.5 |
| Van Hise Elementary | 8.7 |
| Shorewood Hills Elementary | 9.4 |
| James Wright Middle | 6.4 |
| Leopold Elementary | 4.8 |
| Lincoln Elementary | 7.4 |
| Franklin Elementary | 6.1 |
| Stephens Elementary | 6.4 |
| Orchard Ridge Elementary | 7.5 |
| Toki Middle | 7.0 |
| Spring Harbor Middle | 7.9 |
| Crestwood Elementary | 9.0 |
| Metro School | — |
| Milele Chikasa Anana Elementary School | 7.5 |
| Badger Rock Middle | 8.0 |
| Southside Elementary School | 4.1 |
Showing 20 of 48 schools. View all schools in Madison
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
718 GILMORE ST, Madison, WI 53711
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wingra School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Shorewood Hills Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Van Hise Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Randall Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Madison, see our Madison schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Thoreau Elementary Madison | 0.7 mi | 8.3 |
| OUR LADY QUEEN OF PEACE SCHOOL Madison | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| EDGEWOOD HIGH SCHOOL OF THE SACRED HEART Madison | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| EDGEWOOD CAMPUS SCHOOL Madison | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Capital High Madison | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| West High Madison | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Midvale Elementary Madison | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Madison | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Cherokee Heights Middle Madison | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Randall Elementary School Madison | 1.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Shorewood Hills Elementary Madison | 1.7 mi | 9.4 |
| Van Hise Elementary Madison | 1.4 mi | 8.7 |
| Hamilton Middle Madison | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Leopold Elementary Madison | 2.0 mi | 4.8 |
| ST JAMES SCHOOL Madison | 1.6 mi | 8.4 |
| James Wright Middle Madison | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| GREENWAY CROSSING MONTESSORI Madison | 2.2 mi | — |
| LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Madison | 2.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Lincoln Elementary Madison | 2.1 mi | 7.4 |
| HORIZON HIGH Madison | 2.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53711 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,236
Median Home Value
$387,600
Median Rent
$1,357/mo
Population
50,474
College Educated
66%
Homeownership
62%
Avg Commute
19.3 min
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Median Age
38.3
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|---|---|
| ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Durand, WI | 7.8 |
| CHILTON AREA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Chilton, WI | 7.8 |
| Jim Falls Elementary Jim Falls, WI | 7.8 |
| John Hustis Elementary Hustisford, WI | 7.8 |
| OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION SCHOOL Beloit, WI | 7.8 |
| RISEN SAVIOR LUTHERAN SCHOOL - EAST CAMPUS Milwaukee, WI | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wingra School
What grades does Wingra School serve?
Wingra School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Wingra School?
Wingra School has an enrollment of approximately 100 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wingra School?
The student-teacher ratio at Wingra School is 6.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Wingra School rank in WI?
Wingra School ranks #64 of 571 private schools in WI.
What is Wingra School's MySchoolScout rating?
Wingra School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Wingra School a private school?
Yes, Wingra 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 Wingra School a religious school?
No, Wingra School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 100
- Gender Split
- 60% M / 40% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Dane County
- Phone
- (608) 238-2525
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