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Divine Mercy School

695 College Avenue South Milwaukee, WI 53172

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked WI School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 252 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked WI School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 252 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

Divine Mercy School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for:

Category
Attribute
Student Body

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Students By Grade

Student Body

Total Students
252 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
5%
State avg.: 35%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.:

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • We, the dedicated families, staff, and parish members of Divine Mercy School, join together as a prayer-centered faith community rooted in the Gospel message.
  • Inspired by the teachings of Jesus, and challenged by the ever-growing needs of our society, we share with all members of the community a responsibility for educating the total child.
  • Within a nurturing environment, active learners strive towards spiritual growth and academic excellence.
  • We respect the diversity and uniqueness of each individual and work cooperatively to build a sense of truthfulness and trust.
  • Through meaningful interaction, we use our gifts and talents to serve the needs of others.
  • By employing innovative strategies and techniques, we prepare our students to meet the challenges of the future.
  • We share the responsibility of global stewardship and resolve to enrich the quality of life for all people.
  • Divine Mercy School seeks to provide a Christian community in which Christian values are developed under the guidance of the Holy Spirit, parents, teachers, all other school personnel, and parish members.
  • We believe that each child will be enabled to reach full actualization of his/her potential through cooperation between parents and the school, each having the same concern for the child.
  • We, the dedicated families, staff, and parish members of Divine Mercy School, join together as a prayer-centered faith community rooted in the Gospel message. Inspired by the teachings of Jesus, and challenged by the ever-growing needs of our society, we share with all members of the community a responsibility for educating the total child. Within a nurturing environment, active learners strive towards spiritual growth and academic excellence. We respect the diversity and uniqueness of each individual and work cooperatively to build a sense of truthfulness and trust. Through meaningful interaction, we use our gifts and talents to serve the needs of others. By employing innovative strategies and techniques, we prepare our students to meet the challenges of the future. We share the responsibility of global stewardship and resolve to enrich the quality of life for all people. Divine Mercy School seeks to provide a Christian community in which Christian values are developed under the guidance of the Holy Spirit, parents, teachers, all other school personnel, and parish members. We believe that each child will be enabled to reach full actualization of his/her potential through cooperation between parents and the school, each having the same concern for the child.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Divine Mercy School's ranking?
Divine Mercy School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Divine Mercy School?
The application deadline for Divine Mercy School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The average private school tuition in Milwaukee County, WI is $6,144 for elementary schools and $12,178 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Milwaukee County, WI is 93% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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