St. Augustine Preparatory Academy South is a K4-12 non-denominational Christian school located in Milwaukee`s south side at 2607 South 5th Street. We currently serve over 2,350 students in grades PreK-5th (Elementary), 6th-8th (Middle School), and 9th-12th (High School). The school is a student-centered environment where young learners take ownership of their education not only in academics, but also physical health, creativity, and faith.
Our graduates will go on to achieve their highest potential and make our city, and ultimately the world, a better place.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked WI School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,436 students
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Augustine Preparatory Academy South ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
AP Courses
Sports offered
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
2017
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
Campus Size
12 acres
Student Body
Total Students
1,436 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
98%
State avg.: 35%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
118 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
20%
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
25 courses
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition varies by grade and by campus. Contact admissions@augprep.org for current tuition rates and available financial aid and discounts.Students funded through the Special Needs Scholarship Program or the Wisconsin or Milwaukee Parental Choice Programs do not pay tuition.
Summer Program Cost Notes
Cost varies by program and funding status.
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
7 sports
School Notes
- St. Augustine Preparatory Academy develops students to be tomorrow`s leaders. They will be known by their strength of character, courage, intellect, impactful contributions and their faith.We will develop the leaders of tomorrow by:
- Providing exceptional non-denominational Christian based education
- Offering an uninterrupted K-12 educational experience
- Educating the whole child mind, body and soul
- Maximizing the potential of each individual student through personalized instruction
- Integrating family, faith, academics and athletics/arts
- Emphasizing grit, persistence and personal responsibility
- Offering a safe, stimulating and welcoming school environment
- WE BELIEVE
- Every child can develop and grow a personal relationship with Jesus Christ
- All of God`s children deserve the opportunity to achieve their full potential
- Engagement by parents in their students` education is vital
- Excellence is not a goal, but rather a way of learning and living
- Mental and physical fitness are complementary to each other and foundational for student success
- Service to our community and country is a sacred responsibility
- FOUR PILLARS
- Faith
- Family
- Academics
- Athletics/Arts
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
Does St. Augustine Preparatory Academy South offer a summer program?
Yes, St. Augustine Preparatory Academy South offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does St. Augustine Preparatory Academy South offer?
St. Augustine Preparatory Academy South offers 7 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Dance, Soccer, Swimming, Track and Field and Volleyball. St. Augustine Preparatory Academy South is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for most sports offered.
What is St. Augustine Preparatory Academy South's ranking?
St. Augustine Preparatory Academy South ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for: Highest percentage of students of color, Largest student body, Most AP courses offered and Most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for St. Augustine Preparatory Academy South?
The application deadline for St. Augustine Preparatory Academy South is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Augustine Preparatory Academy South located?
St. Augustine Preparatory Academy South is located in the Lincoln Village neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to St. Augustine Preparatory Academy South is Academy Of Excellence (2.0 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Josaphat Parish School (0.5 miles away)
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St. Josaphat Parish School
(Catholic)
801 W Lincoln Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53215
(414) 645-4378
Milwaukee, WI 53215
(414) 645-4378
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 193 students
648 E Dover St
Milwaukee, WI 53207
(414) 483-8000
Milwaukee, WI 53207
(414) 483-8000
0.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 186 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. John Paul Ii Catholic School
(Catholic)
3329 S 10th St
Milwaukee, WI 53215
(414) 774-7188
Milwaukee, WI 53215
(414) 774-7188
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 225 students Avg. class size: 27 students Tuition listed
St. Joseph Academy
(Catholic)
1600 W Oklahoma Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53215
(414) 645-5337
Milwaukee, WI 53215
(414) 645-5337
1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 448 students Avg. class size: 21 students
St. Adalbert Continuation School
(Catholic)
1913 W Becher St
Milwaukee, WI 53215
(414) 645-5450
Milwaukee, WI 53215
(414) 645-5450
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 381 students Tuition listed
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