Petersen Adventist School

Petersen Adventist School in Columbus, WI, serves 11 students in kindergarten through 8th grade within a rural community setting.
The school operates with a student–teacher ratio of 6:1 supported by 2 teachers in a co–educational environment.
Affiliated with the General Conference of the Seventh Day Adventist Church, Petersen Adventist School maintains a Seventh Day Adventist religious orientation.
Annual tuition at Petersen Adventist School is $3,900, providing an option for families seeking a rural K–8 private school in Columbus.
Approximately 19% of the student body identifies as students of color, reflecting some diversity within the school's small enrollment.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 11 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $3,900
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
11 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
19%
State avg.: 35%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Petersen Adventist School cost?
Petersen Adventist School's tuition is approximately $3,900 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Petersen Adventist School?
The application deadline for Petersen Adventist School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 11 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $3,900
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Columbia County, WI is $4,034 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

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