Riverwest Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 private school serving 469 students in the neighborhood of Riverwest, Milwaukee, WI.
The top ranked private school in Riverwest is Messmer Preparatory Catholic School.
The average acceptance rate is 80%, which is lower than the Wisconsin private school average acceptance rate of 92%.
100% of private schools in Riverwest are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked Riverwest Private Schools (2026-27)

Map of Messmer Preparatory Catholic School
Gr: NS-8 | 469 students
Avg. class size: 25 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 11
Catholic
3027 N Fratney St
Milwaukee, WI 53212
(414) 264-6070
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in the neighborhood of Riverwest, Milwaukee, WI?
The top ranked private schools in the neighborhood of Riverwest, Milwaukee, WI is Messmer Preparatory Catholic School.
How many private schools are located in the neighborhood of Riverwest, Milwaukee?
1 private schools are located in the neighborhood of Riverwest, Milwaukee.
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in the neighborhood of Riverwest, Milwaukee?
100% of private schools in the neighborhood of Riverwest, Milwaukee are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

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