At Lourdes Academy, we`re committed to preparing students for their God-given potential by pairing our Christ-centered education with a curriculum built for high levels of academic achievement.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked WI School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 695 students
- Yearly Tuition: $3,675
- Acceptance rate: 80%
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Lourdes Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
Student Body
AP Courses
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1959
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 22, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. May 23, 2026
Campus Size
30
Student Body
Total Students
695 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
7%
State avg.: 35%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
18 students
Number of AP Courses
15 courses
Average ACT score
23
(Out of 36)
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Collared, plain shirts (red/back/white), khaki or black pants/skirts/jumpers
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Acceptance Rate
80%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Theresa Warwick
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
16 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
22 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Adventure Club, Chemistry Club, Foreign Language, International Club, Journalism, Leadership Council, Literary Club, Ministry Team, Rotary Club, STEM Classes, Stem Club, Sustainability Club, Technology, Year Book
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Classes, Art Club, Drama Club, Forensics Club, Music Ministry, Music Program, Musical
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Flag Football Club
Adventure Club, Chemistry Club, Foreign Language, International Club, Journalism, Leadership Council, Literary Club, Ministry Team, Rotary Club, STEM Classes, Stem Club, Sustainability Club, Technology, Year Book
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Classes, Art Club, Drama Club, Forensics Club, Music Ministry, Music Program, Musical
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Flag Football Club
School Notes
- Why Lourdes Academy?
- Student success is our number one priority.
- Lourdes Academy is always striving for academic excellence. We offer a wide variety of academic course offerings including college preparatory classes that prepare students to become progressive leaders of the future. Our curriculum encourages brainstorming and forward-thinking-skills that are necessary for our fast-paced and technology-driven world.
- We focus on strong moral development.
- Through our faith-based education and safe learning environment, Lourdes Academy teaches students about morals, values and good character traits that transform them into model citizens who lead faith-filled lives. Fostering creativity and talents in the classroom helps our students reach their God-given potential.
- We challenge students to help others.
- Service is fundamental to Catholic education. Whether it`s in the classroom or through our extracurricular activities, our students are taught about the importance of helping others. We want our students to build up our community, our churches and our world.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Lourdes Academy cost?
Lourdes Academy's tuition is approximately $3,675 for private students.
What schools are Lourdes Academy often compared to?
Lourdes Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Valley Christian School, Grace Lutheran School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Lourdes Academy?
The acceptance rate of Lourdes Academy is 80%, which is lower than the national average of 88%. Lourdes Academy's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Wisconsin with low acceptance rates.
What sports does Lourdes Academy offer?
Lourdes Academy offers 16 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Diving, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Weightlifting and Wrestling. Lourdes Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for most sports offered.
What is Lourdes Academy's ranking?
Lourdes Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for Lourdes Academy?
The application deadline for Lourdes Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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