A Review of Private High Schools in Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Higher education and the importance of having a college degree are increasing everyday. High school begins the initial step in factoring whether or not a student will go to college or pursue additional higher education. Here are a few of the top private high schools in the city of Milwaukee, Wisconsin that stress the importance of quality education and also have a proven track record of high college admittance by their high school graduates.

Dominican High School
120 E. Silver Spring Dr.
Milwaukee, WI 53217
414-332-1170
http://www.dominicanhighschool.com/

Dominican High School has a religious affiliation to the Roman Catholic tradition and is a current member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA). The Dominican High School student body is co-ed and currently consists of 348 students. Of the 348 students, 35% are students of color. Dominican High School has 32 classroom teachers and a teacher/student ratio of 1:11. Of significant importance, 98% of Dominican High School graduates go on to attend a four-year college. Tuition for the 2007-2008 school year was $7,605.00, plus an additional $245 for textbooks and fees. Tuition reduction and assistance as well was scholarships are available to make Dominican High School affordable.

Marquette University High School
3401 W Wisconsin Ave.
Milwaukee, WI 53208
414-933-7220
http://www.muhs.edu/

Marquette University High School was founded in 1857 as an academy for young men. To this day Marquette University High School still maintains an all-male student body. Rich in history and tradition, Marquette is affiliated with the Roman Catholic tradition and is a member of both the Jesuit Secondary Education Association (JSEA) and the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA). For the 2007-2008 academic school year, Marquette maintains a student body of 1,065, with 21% being students of color. There are 67 classroom teachers, and a teacher/student ratio of 1:15. The average class size is 24. Of Marquette University High School graduates, 98% go on to college or some other form of higher education. Tuition and fees for the 2007-2008 school year was $8,440. Financial aid awards are granted based on financial need. For the 2007-2008 school year alone, over $1,250,000 was allocated to 292 students.

Pius XI High School
135 North 76^th Street
Milwaukee, WI 53213
414-290-7000
http://www.piusxi.org/

Pius XI High School was founded in 1929 by the Pallottine Fathers and the School Sisters of St. Francis. Today Pius XI High School maintains a Roman Catholic affiliation, as well as membership in the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA). The student body is co-ed and consists of 1,382 students, with 24% of these students being students of color. Pius XI has 120 total classroom teachers and maintains a teacher/student ratio of 1:12. The percentage of college-bound graduates is 93%, and more than $8 million in college scholarships was offered to the class of 2006. Tuition for the 2007-2008 academic year was $7,950, and additional book fees costed $350. Tuition assistance is available in several forms, including academic awards and need-based scholarships. Tuition for the 2008-2009 school year will be determined in February.

St. Joan Antida High School
1341 N. Cass St.
Milwaukee, WI 53202
414-272-8423
http://www.saintjoanantida.org/

St. Joan Antida High School sets their goals on preparing young women to become leaders in business, education, government, and in their community. St. Joan Antida High School is a member of the National Catholic Education Association (NCEA) and holds a religious affiliation with the Roman Catholic tradition. The student body is all-female and consists of 323 students. Of these 323 students, 76% are students of color. St. Joan Antida High School has 29 total classroom teachers and a 1:11 teacher/student ratio. Tuition for the 2007-2008 school year was $4,950. Merit Scholarships, Need Based Financial Aid, PAVE Scholarship Program, and the Milwaukee Parental Choice Program are all offered to assist with the cost of tuition.

Milwaukee Lutheran High School
9700 W Grantosa Dr.
Milwaukee, WI 53222
414-461-6000
http://www.milwaukeelutheranhs.org/

Milwaukee Lutheran High School holds a religious affiliation to the Missouri Synod Lutheran Church. The total student body consists of 736 co-ed students, 20% of which are students of color. Milwaukee Lutheran High School has 44 classroom teachers, with a teacher/student ratio of 1:17. Tuition and fees for the 2007-2008 school year were $7,770. Academic and merit grants are available for financial assistance.

Thomas More High School
2601 East Morgan Ave.
Milwaukee, WI 53207
414-481-8370
http://www.tmore.org/

Thomas More High School aims at providing a college preparatory environment that emphasizes the Catholic faith and academic excellence. Thomas More High School is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA). The student body consists of 410 co-ed students, with 25% being students of color. Thomas More High School has 28 classroom teachers and a teacher/student ratio of 1:15. Tuition for the 2006-2007 school year was $7,100.00. Financial assistance is available to families who qualify.