Cathedral School in La Crosse, WI, enrolls 190 students from pre–kindergarten through second grade in a Catholic, city–based program.
The school has a student–teacher ratio of 17:1 with 11 teachers supporting early childhood and elementary education.
Annual tuition for Cathedral School is $4,800, with an acceptance rate of 98 percent.
Cathedral School offers 15 Advanced Placement courses, ranking in the top 20% of Wisconsin private schools for AP offerings.
The student body includes 7.21% students of color, reflecting some diversity within the school community.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked WI School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 190 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,800
- Acceptance rate: 98%
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Cathedral School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
AP Courses
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
190 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
7%
State avg.: 35%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.: 11:1
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
15 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
School Notes
- School Motto: 'Educate. Challenge. Inspire.'
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Brad Reinhart, '00 - Development Director
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Cathedral School cost?
Cathedral School's tuition is approximately $4,800 for private students.
What schools are Cathedral School often compared to?
Cathedral School is often viewed alongside schools like Providence Academy by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Cathedral School?
The acceptance rate of Cathedral School is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 89%.
Who are famous alumni from Cathedral School?
Cathedral School famous alumni include: Brad Reinhart, '00 - Development Director.
What is Cathedral School's ranking?
Cathedral School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for: Most AP courses offered.
When is the application deadline for Cathedral School?
The application deadline for Cathedral School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: Cathedral School vs. Providence Academy
The nearest high school, elementary school and preschool to Cathedral School is Aquinas Catholic Schools (0.2 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Aquinas Catholic Schools
(Catholic)
315 S 11th St
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 784-8585
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 784-8585
0.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,030 students
Aquinas High School
(Catholic)
315 11th St S
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 784-0156
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 784-0156
0.4 miles
Gr: 7-8 | 157 students Avg. class size: 14 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Family And Children Centers Alternative Education
Special Education School
1707 Main St
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 785-0001
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 785-0001
0.5 miles
Gr: K-12 | 38 students
Clara Fields School Of Excellence Cfse
Daycare / Preschool
727 4th Sreet S
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 519-2367
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 519-2367
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-K | 34 students
Mt. Calvary-grace Lutheran School
(Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
1614 Park Ave
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 784-8223
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 784-8223
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 73 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Aquinas Catholic Schools
(Catholic)
315 S 11th St
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 784-8585
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 784-8585
0.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,030 students
Family And Children Centers Alternative Education
Special Education School
1707 Main St
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 785-0001
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 785-0001
0.5 miles
Gr: K-12 | 38 students
Coulee Connections - Alternativeeducation
Alternative School
99 Milwaukee St
La Crosse, WI 54603
(608) 519-5540
La Crosse, WI 54603
(608) 519-5540
1.6 miles
Gr: K-12 | 42 students Tuition listed
Chileda
Special Education School
1825 Victory St
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 782-6480
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 782-6480
1.9 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 51 students Avg. class size: 8 students
716 Windsor St
La Crosse, WI 54603
(608) 784-6167
La Crosse, WI 54603
(608) 784-6167
2.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 106 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Aquinas Catholic Schools
(Catholic)
315 S 11th St
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 784-8585
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 784-8585
0.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,030 students
Aquinas High School
(Catholic)
315 11th St S
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 784-0156
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 784-0156
0.4 miles
Gr: 7-8 | 157 students Avg. class size: 14 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Family And Children Centers Alternative Education
Special Education School
1707 Main St
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 785-0001
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 785-0001
0.5 miles
Gr: K-12 | 38 students
Mt. Calvary-grace Lutheran School
(Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
1614 Park Ave
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 784-8223
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 784-8223
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 73 students
First Lutheran School ![First Lutheran School Photo]( "First Lutheran School Photo")
(Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
520 West Avenue S
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 784-1050
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 784-1050
0.8 miles
Gr: K-8 | 159 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Aquinas Catholic Schools
(Catholic)
315 S 11th St
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 784-8585
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 784-8585
0.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,030 students
Clara Fields School Of Excellence Cfse
Daycare / Preschool
727 4th Sreet S
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 519-2367
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 519-2367
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-K | 34 students
Mt. Calvary-grace Lutheran School
(Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
1614 Park Ave
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 784-8223
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 784-8223
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 73 students
716 Windsor St
La Crosse, WI 54603
(608) 784-6167
La Crosse, WI 54603
(608) 784-6167
2.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 106 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
Immanuel Lutheran School
(Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
806 Saint Paul St
La Crosse, WI 54603
(608) 784-5712
La Crosse, WI 54603
(608) 784-5712
2.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 75 students Sports: 5 Tuition listed
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
807 East Ave S
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 789-7006
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 789-7006
0.4 miles
Gr: PK | 104 students Minority enrollment: 13%
Coulee Region Virtual Academy
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
228 5th Ave S
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 789-7664
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 789-7664
0.7 miles
Gr: K-12 | 102 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Hamilton Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1111 7th St S
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 789-7695
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 789-7695
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 151 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
School Of Technology And Arts I
Charter School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1111 7th St S
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 789-7695
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 789-7695
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 104 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Emerson Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2101 Campbell Rd
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 789-7990
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 789-7990
0.8 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 317 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
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