Columbus Catholic Middle & High School in Marshfield, WI, serves 264 students in grades 6 through 12 within a Catholic, co–ed program in a town setting.
The school was founded in 1905 and maintains a student–teacher ratio of 10:1 with an average class size of 13 students.
Annual tuition is $3,500, and the school has an acceptance rate of 75%.
Columbus Catholic offers 15 Advanced Placement (AP) courses, supporting a range of academic opportunities for middle and high school students.
The student body includes 11.2% students of color, reflecting some diversity within the school community.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked WI School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 264 students
- Yearly Tuition: $3,500
- Acceptance rate: 75%
- Average class size: 13 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Columbus Catholic Middle & High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
Student Body
AP Courses
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Year Founded
1905
Colors
White, Navy Blue
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
264 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
11%
State avg.: 35%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
13 students
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
15 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Acceptance Rate
75%
National avg.: 82%
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Columbus Catholic Schools are dedicated to excellence in Catholic Education.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Columbus Catholic Middle & High School cost?
Columbus Catholic Middle & High School's tuition is approximately $3,500 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Columbus Catholic Middle & High School?
The acceptance rate of Columbus Catholic Middle & High School is 75%, which is lower than the national average of 89%. Columbus Catholic Middle & High School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Wisconsin with low acceptance rates.
What is Columbus Catholic Middle & High School's ranking?
Columbus Catholic Middle & High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Largest student body and Most AP courses offered.
When is the application deadline for Columbus Catholic Middle & High School?
The application deadline for Columbus Catholic Middle & High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest preschool is Marshfield Children's House (0.4 miles away)
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Immanuel Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
604 S Chestnut Ave
Marshfield, WI 54449
(715) 384-5121
Marshfield, WI 54449
(715) 384-5121
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Our Lady Of Peace Intermediate School
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Marshfield, WI 54449
(715) 387-1177
Marshfield, WI 54449
(715) 387-1177
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Marshfield Children's House
Daycare / Preschool
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Marshfield, WI 54449
(715) 384-7171
Marshfield, WI 54449
(715) 384-7171
0.4 miles
Gr: K | 2 students
Immanuel Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
604 S Chestnut Ave
Marshfield, WI 54449
(715) 384-5121
Marshfield, WI 54449
(715) 384-5121
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 107 students
St. John Primary School
(Catholic)
307 N Walnut Ave
Marshfield, WI 54449
(715) 387-1177
Marshfield, WI 54449
(715) 387-1177
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Trinity Lutheran School
(Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
9529 State Highway 13
Marshfield, WI 54449
(715) 676-2121
Marshfield, WI 54449
(715) 676-2121
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Community Christian Academy
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(715) 423-0770
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494
(715) 423-0770
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Assumption Catholic Schools
(Catholic)
440 Mead St
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494
(715) 422-0902
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494
(715) 422-0902
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Assumption High School
(Catholic)
445 Chestnut St
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(715) 422-0910
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494
(715) 422-0910
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2107 Tower Rd
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(715) 359-3400
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(715) 359-3400
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Christian Academy
(Christian)
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(715) 341-0588
Stevens Point, WI 54481
(715) 341-0588
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Our Lady Of Peace Intermediate School
(Catholic)
1300 W 5th St
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(715) 387-1177
Marshfield, WI 54449
(715) 387-1177
0.2 miles
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Immanuel Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
604 S Chestnut Ave
Marshfield, WI 54449
(715) 384-5121
Marshfield, WI 54449
(715) 384-5121
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 107 students
St. John Primary School
(Catholic)
307 N Walnut Ave
Marshfield, WI 54449
(715) 387-1177
Marshfield, WI 54449
(715) 387-1177
1 miles
Gr: PK-2 | 308 students Tuition listed
Trinity Lutheran School
(Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
9529 State Highway 13
Marshfield, WI 54449
(715) 676-2121
Marshfield, WI 54449
(715) 676-2121
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Gr: PK-8 | 63 students
Bethel Junior Academy
(Seventh Day Adventist)
8054 Bethel Rd
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(715) 652-2763
Arpin, WI 54410
(715) 652-2763
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Marshfield Children's House
Daycare / Preschool
1033 S Adams Ave
Marshfield, WI 54449
(715) 384-7171
Marshfield, WI 54449
(715) 384-7171
0.4 miles
Gr: K | 2 students
Immanuel Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
604 S Chestnut Ave
Marshfield, WI 54449
(715) 384-5121
Marshfield, WI 54449
(715) 384-5121
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 107 students
St. John Primary School
(Catholic)
307 N Walnut Ave
Marshfield, WI 54449
(715) 387-1177
Marshfield, WI 54449
(715) 387-1177
1 miles
Gr: PK-2 | 308 students Tuition listed
Trinity Lutheran School
(Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
9529 State Highway 13
Marshfield, WI 54449
(715) 676-2121
Marshfield, WI 54449
(715) 676-2121
5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 63 students
St. Joseph School
(Catholic)
420 E Larch St
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(715) 687-4145
Stratford, WI 54484
(715) 687-4145
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Washington Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
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Top 10%10
1112 W 11th St
Marshfield, WI 54449
(715) 387-1238
Marshfield, WI 54449
(715) 387-1238
0.4 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 316 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Marshfield Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
900 E 4th St
Marshfield, WI 54449
(715) 387-1249
Marshfield, WI 54449
(715) 387-1249
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Gr: 7-8 | 537 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
1010 E Fourth St
Marshfield, WI 54449
(715) 387-1101
Marshfield, WI 54449
(715) 387-1101
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Gr: PK | 158 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 53:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Grant Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 54%)
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Rank:
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Top 20%10
425 W Upham St
Marshfield, WI 54449
(715) 384-4747
Marshfield, WI 54449
(715) 384-4747
1.6 miles
Gr: K-6 | 554 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
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1621 S Felker Ave
Marshfield, WI 54449
(715) 387-1296
Marshfield, WI 54449
(715) 387-1296
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Gr: PK-6 | 281 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
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