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Dominican High School

120 E Silver Spring Dr Milwaukee, WI 53217
Tel: (414) 332-1170
www.dominicanhighschool.com

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked WI School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 320 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $14,800
  • Acceptance rate: 100%
  • Average class size: 18 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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About the School

  • At Dominican High School, we believe that students should provide an environment in which all students can excel spiritually, academically, and personally with a sense of responsibility and respect.
  • We teach our children that their bodies, minds and spirits are each a gift from God.
  • We respect our own bodies and those of others.
  • We reject violence and degradation in all forms.
  • We value our selves and others as children of God.
  • We commit to the importance of prayer and study—foundations of the Dominican community for centuries.
  • We respond to the call to share our gifts from God.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked WI School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 320 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $14,800
  • Acceptance rate: 100%
  • Average class size: 18 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

Dominican High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for:

Category
Attribute
Student Body
Largest student body

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
State or regional independent school association
Other school association(s)
Religious Affiliation
Catholic
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Students By Grade

Distribution of Students By Grade

GradeDominican High School
978
1092
1179
1271
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Year Founded
1956
Colors
White, Black, Green
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Student Body

Total Students
320 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
56%
State avg.: 35%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
18 students

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$14,800
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Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 82%
Application URL
Online Application
Endowment Size
$17 million

School Notes

  • School Motto: Called to Lead
  • School Mascot: Knight
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Dominican High School cost?
Dominican High School's tuition is approximately $14,800 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Dominican High School?
The acceptance rate of Dominican High School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 90%.
What is Dominican High School's ranking?
Dominican High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Dominican High School?
The application deadline for Dominican High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The average private school tuition in Milwaukee, WI is $8,948 for elementary schools and $15,750 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Milwaukee, WI is 88% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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