Aquinas Catholic Schools in La Crosse, WI, serves 1,030 students from pre–kindergarten through 12th grade in a Catholic, city–based setting.
The school has a student–teacher ratio of 12:1 with 86 teachers supporting grades PK–12.
Approximately 6.4% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting some racial diversity within the school community.
Aquinas Catholic Schools is a member of the Institute for Independent Education and the National Association of Episcopal Schools.
The school ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for having one of the largest student bodies.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked WI School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,030 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Aquinas Catholic Schools ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Student Body
Total Students
1,030 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 35%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aquinas Catholic Schools's ranking?
Aquinas Catholic Schools ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Aquinas Catholic Schools?
The application deadline for Aquinas Catholic Schools is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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