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Oldest Private Schools in Wisconsin

The average private school in Wisconsin was founded around 1951 (2026-27).

The oldest private school in Wisconsin is First United Methodist Prescho, founded in 1837.

Quick Facts (26-27)

# WI Schools Ranked: 624
Top 20 Range (Year Founded): 1837–1855
WI School Avg.: 1950
National School Avg.: 1967

Quick Facts (26-27)

# WI Schools Ranked: 624
Top 20 Range (Year Founded): 1837–1855
WI School Avg.: 1950
National School Avg.: 1967

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Wisconsin average private schools founding year?

The Wisconsin average private schools founding year is 1951 for 2026-27.

What are the private schools with oldest founding year in Wisconsin?

The top ranked private schools in Wisconsin include First United Methodist Prescho, Trinity Lutheran Freistadt and St. Patrick School.

What is private high school and private elementary school with the oldest founding year in Wisconsin?

The private high school with the oldest founding year in Wisconsin is St. Rose Youth & Family Center School, with a year of 1848. The private elementary school with the oldest founding year is Trinity Lutheran Freistadt, with a year of 1839.

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