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 Facts (2025-26)
- 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
Colors
Maroon, Gold
Last Day of School
Fri. May 22, 2026
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 ArtAdvanced Athletic Training
Advanced DrawingAdvanced Environmental Field Education
Advanced PaintingAdvanced Photography
Advanced PianoAdvanced Public Speaking
AP 2-D Art and DesignAP 3-D Art and Design
AP Art & Design PortfolioAP Biology
AP Calculus ABAP Calculus BC
AP ChemistryAP Comparative Government and Politics
AP Computer Science AAP Computer Science Principles
AP DrawingAP English
AP English Language & CompositionAP English Literature & Composition
AP Environmental ScienceAP European History
AP Human GeographyAP Latin
AP MacroeconomicsAP Microeconomics
AP Music TheoryAP Physics 1
AP Physics CAP Psychology
AP Spanish Language and CultureAP Statistics
AP US Government and PoliticsAP US History
AP World History: ModernDual Enrollment: Introduction to Shakespeare
Dual Enrollment: Linear Algebra & Differential EquationsDual 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
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:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Art ClubAV Club
BiPOCClose Up Political Discussion
Culinary ClubDebate Team
Fellowship of Christian AthletesFuture Business Leaders of America (FBLA)
Green Edge Environmental ClubHabitat for Humanity
HOSA Future Health ProfessionalsInclusion Club
Key Club Service/LeadershipLink Crew
Math TeamMedia Club
Model UNMulticultural Club
S.T.A.R. (Sisters Taking Active Roles)/LeadershipScience Olympiad
Smile with the CommunitySpanish Club
Sports Analytics ClubStrategy Games Club
Student Leadership - Dominican House CouncilThe Crusader Yearbook
Ultimate Frisbee
Arts and Music Programs:
The Wayfarer Literary Art MagazineTheatre Productions (Musicals/Plays)
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Esports TeamSki/Snowboard
School Notes
- School Mascot: Crusaders
- 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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