Top 20 Best Dane County Private Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 62 private schools serving 7,918 students in Dane County, WI (there are 172 public schools, serving 77,599 public students). 9% of all K-12 students in Dane County, WI are educated in private schools (compared to the WI state average of 14%).
The best top ranked private schools in Dane County, WI include Hickory Hill Academy, Edgewood Campus School and Acton Academy Madison West.
The average tuition cost is $7,622, which is higher than the Wisconsin private school average tuition cost of $5,057.
52% of private schools in Dane County, WI are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Top Ranked Dane County Private Schools (2024)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Edgewood Campus School
Edgewood Campus School Photo - Edgewood Campus School is a thriving Catholic school that offers a well-rounded and rigorous education. We are committed to deepening knowledge, honoring individuality, enhancing personal awareness, fostering strength of character, and building global connections.
(Catholic)
829 Edgewood College Dr
Madison, WI 53711
(608) 663-4100
Grades: PK-8
| 413 students
Hickory Hill Academy
Hickory Hill Academy Photo - New K-8th Grade School Building Opening August 2023!
(10)
1719 High Point Road
Madison, WI 53719
(608) 845-3245
Grades: NS-8
| 333 students
Abundant Life Christian School
Abundant Life Christian School Photo - Abundant Life Christian School Campus-Aerial View
(Christian)
4901 E Buckeye Road
Madison, WI 53716
(608) 221-1520
Grades: K-12
| 334 students
4100 Nakoma Road, Suite 100
Madison, WI 53711
(608) 535-1085
Grades: K-5
| students
Aldo Leopold Nature Preschool
Alternative School
330 Femrite Dr
Madison, WI 53716
(608) 221-0404
Grades: NS
| 1,000 students
Blessed Sacrament School
(Catholic)
(1)
2112 Hollister Ave
Madison, WI 53726
(608) 233-6155
Grades: PK-8
| 321 students
Eagle School
Eagle School Photo - A great location for learning in and out of the classroom.
Special Program Emphasis
5454 Gunflint Trl
Madison, WI 53711
(608) 273-0309
Grades: K-8
| 262 students
High Point Christian School
High Point Christian School Photo - Our Mascot, Victor E. Eagle
(Christian)
(3)
7702 Old Sauk Rd
Madison, WI 53717
(608) 836-7170
Grades: PK-8
| 261 students
Lighthouse Christian School
Lighthouse Christian School Photo
(Christian)
(1)
6402 Schroeder Rd.
Madison, WI 53711
(608) 441-9408
Grades: NS-8
| 301 students
Madison Community Montessori
Madison Community Montessori Photo
Montessori School
8406 Ellington Way
Middleton, WI 53562
(608) 827-6267
Grades: PK-8
| 214 students
5606 River Road
Waunakee, WI 53597
(608) 850-6375
Grades: PK-12
| students
Our Lady Queen Of Peace School
Our Lady Queen Of Peace School Photo
(Catholic)
(1)
418 Holly Ave
Madison, WI 53711
(608) 231-4580
Grades: PK-8
| 447 students
Sacred Hearts School
(Catholic)
219 Columbus St
Sun Prairie, WI 53590
(608) 837-8508
Grades: PK-8
| 388 students
St. Ambrose Academy
St. Ambrose Academy Photo - Small number of students per classroom.
(Catholic)
602 Everglade Drive
Madison, WI 53717
(608) 827-5863
Grades: 6-12
| 102 students
St. Dennis School
(Catholic)
409 Dempsey Rd
Madison, WI 53714
(608) 246-5121
Grades: PK-8
| 237 students
St. Francis Xavier School
St. Francis Xavier School Photo
(Catholic)
2939 Thinnes St
Cross Plains, WI 53528
(608) 798-2422
Grades: PK-8
| 137 students
St. John The Baptist Catholic School
(Catholic)
(1)
114 E 3rd St
Waunakee, WI 53597
(608) 849-5325
Grades: PK-8
| 149 students
St. Maria Goretti
(Catholic)
5405 Flad Ave
Madison, WI 53711
(608) 271-7551
Grades: PK-8
| 434 students
St. Peter Catholic School
St. Peter Catholic School Photo - Fifth Grade students learn about Project Based Learning through their Fifth Grade Genius Service Project.
(Catholic)
7129 County Road K
Middleton, WI 53562
(608) 831-4846
Grades: PK-5
| 74 students
Walbridge School
Special Education School
(1)
7035 Old Sauk Road
Madison, WI 53717
(608) 833-1338
Grades: 4-12
| 15 students
Amcenter Drive KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
5102 Amcenter Dr
Madison, WI 53718
(608) 416-5280
Grades: NS-PK
| students
Blessed Trinity Catholic School
(Catholic)
109 S Military Rd
Dane, WI 53529
(608) 592-5711
Grades: PK-8
| 46 students
Blooming Grove Montessori
Blooming Grove Montessori Photo
Montessori School
4560 Rustic Drive
Madison, WI 53718
(608) 658-9121
Grades: PK-K
| 47 students
Calvary Christian Academy
(Pentecostal)
5301 Commercial Avenue
Madison, WI 53704
(608) 249-6445
Grades: K-9
| 16 students
Capitoland Christian School
(Pentecostal)
3651 Maple Grove Dr
Madison, WI 53719
(608) 845-5433
Grades: PK-1
| 122 students
Charis Classical Academy
Special Program Emphasis (Christian)
6602 Dominion Dr
Madison, WI 53718
(608) 250-0551
Grades: K-11
| 124 students
Children's Community School
Daycare / Preschool
211 Parkway Drive
Mount Horeb, WI 53572
(608) 437-4121
Grades: PK-K
| 79 students
Common Threads Family Resource Center
Special Education School
5979 Siggelkow Rd
Mc Farland, WI 53558
(608) 838-8999
Grades: 3-12
| 15 students
Countryside Montessori Preschool
Daycare / Preschool
721 Northport Drive
Madison, WI 53704
(608) 244-5437
Grades: PK-K
| 58 students
Eastside Lutheran School
(Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
2310 Independence Lane
Madison, WI 53704
(608) 244-3045
Grades: PK-8
| 134 students
First United Methodist Prescho
Daycare / Preschool (Mennonite)
203 Wisconsin Avenue
Madison, WI 53703
(608) 257-1772
Grades: PK-K
| 54 students
The Goddard School
The Goddard School Photo
Daycare / Preschool
102 Prairie Oaks Drive
Verona, WI 53593
(608) 571-5980
Grades: NS-K
| students
Holy Cross Lutheran School
(Other Lutheran)
734 Holy Cross Way
Madison, WI 53704
(608) 249-3101
Grades: K-8
| 108 students
Horizon High School
Alternative School
5003 University Avenue
Madison, WI 53705
(608) 442-0935
Grades: 9-12
| 14 students
Immaculate Heart Of Mary School
(Catholic)
4913 Schofield St
Madison, WI 53716
(608) 222-8831
Grades: PK-8
| 199 students
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Dane County, WI?
The top ranked private schools in Dane County, WI include Hickory Hill Academy, Edgewood Campus School and Acton Academy Madison West.
How many private schools are located in Dane County, WI?
62 private schools are located in Dane County, WI.
How much do private schools cost in Dane County, WI?
The average tuition cost is $7,622, which is higher than the Wisconsin private school average tuition cost of $5,057.
How diverse are private schools in Dane County, WI?
Dane County, WI private schools are approximately 25% minority students, which is lower than the Wisconsin private school average of 34%.
What percentage of students in Dane County, WI go to private school?
9% of all K-12 students in Dane County, WI are educated in private schools (compared to the WI state average of 14%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Dane County, WI?
52% of private schools in Dane County, WI are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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