Youth Initiative High School Photo - At Youth Initiative, we understand adolescents. We provide challenge and support, responsibility and freedom, structure and independence. From our small classroom size to our unique Care Group system of support, we are able to pay close attention to each student, to meet them where they are, and to help them grow and flourish in the ways they need most.

Best Vernon County Private High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 private high schools serving 115 students in Vernon County, WI.
The top-ranked private high school in Vernon County, WI is Youth Initiative High School.
50% of private high schools in Vernon County, WI are religiously affiliated (most commonly Other).

Top-Ranked Vernon County Private High Schools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Youth Initiative High School
Youth Initiative High School Photo - At Youth Initiative, we understand adolescents. We provide challenge and support, responsibility and freedom, structure and independence. From our small classroom size to our unique Care Group system of support, we are able to pay close attention to each student, to meet them where they are, and to help them grow and flourish in the ways they need most.
Alternative School
500 E Jefferson St 302
Viroqua, WI 54665
(608) 637-6445
Gr: 9-12 | 75 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 10 Tuition listed
S3655 Duncan Ln
Viroqua, WI 54665
(608) 634-4102
Gr: PK-12 | 40 students Avg. class size: 4 students Sports: 4 Tuition listed
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Vernon County, Wisconsin

Vernon County Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
English Lutheran School (Closed 2014)
(Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
741 N East Ave
Viroqua, WI 54665
(608) 637-7218
Gr: PK-8 Acceptance rate listed
S2185 County Road D
Westby, WI 54667
Gr: 1-8 | 23 students
Sunbeam Special School (Closed 2024)
Special Education School (Amish)
S629 Dell Rd
Cashton, WI 54619
Gr: Inquire with school | 12 students

Overview

This County (Vernon County)
This State (WI)
# Schools
2 Schools

Student Body:

# Students
115 Students
52,357 Students
% Average Students of Color
12%
40%

Academics and Faculty:

# Teachers
20 Teachers
4,468 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
12:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
75%
50%
Average Class Size
10 students
15 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate:

Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$6,738
$11,646
Average % on Financial Aid
65%
46%

Students by Ethnicity:

0.26
0.67
# American Indian Students
4 Students
205 Students
% American Indian Students
3%
n/a
# Asian Students
3 Students
2,076 Students
% Asian Students
3%
4%
# Hispanic Students
5 Students
8,855 Students
% Hispanic Students
4%
16%
# Black Students
1 Student
7,892 Students
% Black Students
1%
15%
# White Students
99 Students
28,503 Students
% White Students
86%
52%
# Hawaiian Students
n/a
64 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
% of Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
# Others Students
3 Students
7,249 Students
% of Others Students
3%
13%
All Ethnic Groups

Extracurriculars and Sports:

Average Number of Sports
7 sports
10 sports

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked private high schools in Vernon County, WI?
The top-ranked private high schools in Vernon County, WI is Youth Initiative High School.
How many private high schools are located in Vernon County?
2 private high schools are located in Vernon County.
What percentage of private high schools are religiously affiliated in Vernon County?
50% of private high schools in Vernon County are religiously affiliated (most commonly Other).

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