Edgewood, a Catholic high school, educates the whole student for a life of learning, service and personal responsibility through a rigorous academic curriculum that embraces the Sinsinawa Dominican values of Truth, Compassion, Justice, Community and Partnership.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked WI School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 613 students
- Yearly Tuition: $14,420
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: Dec. 15 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Edgewood High School Of The Sacred Heart ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
Student Body
AP Courses
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
support for mild learning differences
Year Founded
1881
First Day of School
Wed. Aug 13, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. May 22, 2026
School Mascot
Crusaders
Student Body
Total Students
613 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
22%
State avg.: 35%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
64%
Average Class Size
20 students
Number of AP Courses
29 courses
Advanced Courses
, Advanced and Creative Writing, Advanced Art, Advanced Athletic Training, Advanced Drawing, Advanced Environmental Field Education, Advanced Painting, Advanced Photography, Advanced Piano, Advanced Public Speaking, AP 2-D Art and Design, AP 3-D Art and Design, AP Art & Design Portfolio, AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Chemistry, AP Comparative Government and Politics, AP Computer Science A, AP Computer Science Principles, AP Drawing, AP English, AP English Language & Composition, AP English Literature & Composition, AP Environmental Science, AP European History, AP Human Geography, AP Latin, AP Macroeconomics, AP Microeconomics, AP Music Theory, AP Physics 1, AP Physics C, AP Psychology, AP Spanish Language and Culture, AP Statistics, AP US Government and Politics, AP US History, AP World History: Modern, Dual Enrollment: Introduction to Shakespeare, Dual Enrollment: Linear Algebra & Differential Equations, Dual Enrollment: Multivariable Calculus, Dual Enrollment: Physics of Light and Electromagnetism
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Neat and respectful, no saggy pants, no revealing tops or short skirts
School Colors
Maroon, Gold
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Dec. 15 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$14,420
Tuition Notes
(2025-2026; Domestic Families)
% on Financial Aid
41%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$3,050
College Acceptance Rate
100%
Admissions Director
Terri McKinley
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
20 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
31 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Art Club, AV Club, BiPOC, Close Up Political Discussion, Culinary Club, Debate Team, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), Green Edge Environmental Club, Habitat for Humanity, HOSA Future Health Professionals, Inclusion Club, Key Club Service/Leadership, Link Crew, Math Team, Media Club, Model UN, Multicultural Club, S.T.A.R. (Sisters Taking Active Roles)/Leadership, Science Olympiad, Smile with the Community, Spanish Club, Sports Analytics Club, Strategy Games Club, Student Leadership - Dominican House Council, The Crusader Yearbook, Ultimate Frisbee
Arts and Music Programs:
The Wayfarer Literary Art Magazine, Theatre Productions (Musicals/Plays)
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Esports Team, Ski/Snowboard
Art Club, AV Club, BiPOC, Close Up Political Discussion, Culinary Club, Debate Team, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), Green Edge Environmental Club, Habitat for Humanity, HOSA Future Health Professionals, Inclusion Club, Key Club Service/Leadership, Link Crew, Math Team, Media Club, Model UN, Multicultural Club, S.T.A.R. (Sisters Taking Active Roles)/Leadership, Science Olympiad, Smile with the Community, Spanish Club, Sports Analytics Club, Strategy Games Club, Student Leadership - Dominican House Council, The Crusader Yearbook, Ultimate Frisbee
Arts and Music Programs:
The Wayfarer Literary Art Magazine, Theatre Productions (Musicals/Plays)
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Esports Team, Ski/Snowboard
School Notes
- Edgewood High School offers college preparatory education that incorporates the core values of our sponsors, the Dominican Sisters of Sinsinawa (WI): truth, compassion, justice, community and partnership. These values form the framework of our unique identity and mission. Our desire is to enroll students who will flourish in our community. Without losing sight that each student must succeed in our rigorous college preparatory curriculum, we seek a diversity of personal and academic profiles, extra-curricular interests and ethnic and religious backgrounds. Edgewood has a motivating environment where students are challenged in many ways, and supported within a caring Catholic community.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Edgewood High School Of The Sacred Heart cost?
Edgewood High School Of The Sacred Heart's tuition is approximately $14,420 for private students.
What sports does Edgewood High School Of The Sacred Heart offer?
Edgewood High School Of The Sacred Heart offers 20 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Dance, Diving, E-sports, Football, Golf, Gymnastics, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Snowboarding, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee and Volleyball. Edgewood High School Of The Sacred Heart is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for most sports offered.
What is Edgewood High School Of The Sacred Heart's ranking?
Edgewood High School Of The Sacred Heart ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Edgewood High School Of The Sacred Heart?
The application deadline for Edgewood High School Of The Sacred Heart is Dec. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
School Reviews
5 12/11/2012
going to this school is awesome, i always look forward to school and the teachers are great. people are great there too. but yeah i totally recommend it, really fun!
5 10/6/2012
I like the way you guys treat & greet your students the teachers are very well trained.
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