Our Lady Of The Lake Catholic School

Our Lady of the Lake Catholic School was founded in 1881.
The first faculty was made up of Franciscan Sisters from Joliet, Illinois.
In 1883, the Franciscan Sisters of Perpetual Adoration from Lacrosse, Wisconsin, took over the staffing of the school.
The Priestly Franciscans have left our area, but we still follow the Franciscan Way.
The Franciscan spirit and tradition remain as the foundation of the school's philosophy.
Our Lady of the Lake Catholic School Community educates, nurtures and guides students, spiritually, academically, and physically, in the Franciscan Spirit, through The Gospels and teachings of the Catholic Faith.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked WI School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 128 students
  • Average class size: 14 students
  • Application Deadline: Feb. 1
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Our Lady Of The Lake Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for:

Category
Attribute
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Speech and Title
Year Founded
1886
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
128 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
35%
State avg.: 35%
Students by Grade
Our Lady Of The Lake Catholic School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
20%
Average Class Size
14 students
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Feb. 1
Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered
4 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Extracurriculars are offered through the City of Ashland

School Notes

  • School Motto: Let your way of life among the people be such that whoever sees or hears you will glorify and praise our Heavenly Father.
  • Our Lady of the Lake Catholic School was founded in 1881. The first faculty was made up of Franciscan Sisters from Joliet, Illinois. In 1883, the Franciscan Sisters of Perpetual Adoration from Lacrosse, Wisconsin, took over the staffing of the school. Franciscan sisters taught in the school until recently. A Franciscan brother has taught computers and physical education in recent years. The Franciscan spirit and tradition remain as the foundation of the school's philosophy. Our Lady of the Lake Catholic School Community educates, nurtures and guides students, spiritually, academically, and physically, in the Franciscan Spirit, through The Gospels and teachings of the Catholic Faith.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Our Lady Of The Lake Catholic School often compared to?
Our Lady Of The Lake Catholic School is often viewed alongside schools like Celebration Christian Academy by visitors of our site.
What sports does Our Lady Of The Lake Catholic School offer?
Our Lady Of The Lake Catholic School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Our Lady Of The Lake Catholic School's ranking?
Our Lady Of The Lake Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Our Lady Of The Lake Catholic School?
The application deadline for Our Lady Of The Lake Catholic School is Feb. 1.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked WI School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 128 students
  • Average class size: 14 students
  • Application Deadline: Feb. 1
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Wisconsin is $6,712 for elementary schools and $11,668 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Wisconsin is 88% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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