Excellent
#35 of 571 private schools in WI
Top 6% of private schools
Youth Initiative High School
High School
118 W S ST, Viroqua, WI 54665
Enrollment
74
Student-Teacher
6.4:1
Score
8.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
74
Student-Teacher
6.4:1
Score
8.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Wisconsin private schools
#35 of 571
In Viroqua
#1 of 3
public schools
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Youth Initiative High School
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About Youth Initiative High School
Youth Initiative High School is a private high school in Viroqua, WI. Youth Initiative High School serves approximately 74 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 6.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Youth Initiative High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #35 of 571 private schools in WI.
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- WI avg 5.5
What Parents Should Know
At 74 students, Youth Initiative High 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 6.4:1 students to teachers, Youth Initiative High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Youth Initiative High 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 Youth Initiative High School compares to the 6 public schools in Viroqua, WI
Student Demographics
All Schools in Viroqua
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Youth Initiative High School (this school) | 8.1 |
| Viroqua Middle | 7.3 |
| Viroqua High | 5.1 |
| Laurel High | 4.4 |
| Vernon County Area Better Futures High | — |
| Viroqua Area Montessori School | 8.8 |
| Viroqua Elementary | 7.6 |
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
118 W S ST, Viroqua, WI 54665
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Youth Initiative High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Cashton Middle/High (rated 6.7/10, 14.1 miles away, in nearby Cashton), a more accessible option. Another option is Kickapoo High (rated 6.0/10, 11.4 miles away, in nearby Viola), a more accessible option. Additionally, Viroqua High (rated 5.1/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Viroqua, see our Viroqua schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PLEASANT RIDGE WALDORF SCHOOL Viroqua | 0.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Laurel High Viroqua | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Viroqua High Viroqua | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Viroqua Middle Viroqua | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Vernon County Area Better Futures High Viroqua | 0.7 mi | — |
| Viroqua Elementary Viroqua | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Viroqua Area Montessori School Viroqua | 0.7 mi | 8.8 |
| CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Viroqua | 3.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Westby Elementary Westby | 6.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Westby Middle Westby | 6.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Westby High Westby | 6.9 mi | 4.4 |
| COON VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Westby | 8.9 mi | — |
| SUGAR GROVE SCHOOL Westby | 10.6 mi | — |
| Coon Valley Elementary Coon Valley | 11.9 mi | 7.6 |
| North Crawford High Soldiers Grove | 14.1 mi | 4.8 |
| North Crawford Elementary Soldiers Grove | 14.1 mi | 7.3 |
| WOODS RIDGE SCHOOL Cashton | 12.3 mi | — |
| Cashton Elementary Cashton | 13.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Cashton Middle/High Cashton | 14.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Kickapoo High Viola | 11.4 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 54665 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,893
Median Home Value
$222,600
Median Rent
$858/mo
Population
8,741
College Educated
32%
Homeownership
77%
Avg Commute
21.4 min
Poverty Rate
10.2%
Median Age
43.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Youth Initiative High School
What grades does Youth Initiative High School serve?
Youth Initiative High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Youth Initiative High School?
Youth Initiative High School has an enrollment of approximately 74 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Youth Initiative High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Youth Initiative High School is 6.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Youth Initiative High School rank in WI?
Youth Initiative High School ranks #35 of 571 private schools in WI.
What is Youth Initiative High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Youth Initiative High School 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 Youth Initiative High School a private school?
Yes, Youth Initiative High 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 Youth Initiative High School a religious school?
No, Youth Initiative High School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 74
- Gender Split
- 54% M / 46% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 185 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Vernon County
- Phone
- (608) 638-3466
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