Urban Day School's mission is to provide students, pre-kindergarten through eighth grade with a learning experience that emphasizes academic excellence and personal achievement, enabling the students to make a successful transition into higher education and to become value creating leaders of society.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked WI School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-9
- Enrollment: 883 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Urban Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for:
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-9
Year Founded
1967
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
883 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 35%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- Urban Day School's mission is to provide students, pre-kindergarten through eighth grade with a learning experience that emphasizes academic excellence and personal achievement, enabling the students to make a successful transition into higher education and to become value creating leaders of society.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Urban Day School's ranking?
Urban Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for: Highest percentage of students of color and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Urban Day School?
The application deadline for Urban Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Urban Day School located?
Urban Day School is located in the Midtown neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI.
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