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Eagle School

Eagle School is an independent school operated by the non-profit corporation, Eagle School of Madison, Inc. Eagle School is dedicated to serving the educational needs of gifted and talented children, kindergarten through ninth grade, in the greater Madison area.
In addition to encouraging the utmost development of each child's academic and creative potential, the school's program stresses the importance of a positive self-image and the value of one's own and others' unique abilities.
The school fosters an environment in which students learn to absorb the basics of human knowledge as tools for dealing with the present and future; to see problems, ask questions and deal with uncertainty; to experiment with many methods of problem solving, research and creative expression; and to think and learn independently.

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

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
1982
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details

Student Body

Total Students
262 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
33%
State avg.: 35%
Students by Grade
Eagle School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
80%
Average Class Size
14 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Feb. 1 / Mar. 1 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
% on Financial Aid
18%
Admissions Director
Katy Ruotti

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
20 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
AMC Math Team, Chess Club, Computer Club, French Club, Lego League, Madison Area Math League Team, Math Club, Math Counts, Robotics, ScArt (Science Meets Art), Science Olympiad, Spanish Club, Speech and Debate, Wednesday Walkabouts (outdoor club)

Arts and Music Programs:
Band, Choir, Origami club, Strings Ensemble

Recreational Athletic Programs:
Girls on the Run, Ski Club

School Notes

  • Eagle School is an independent school operated by the non-profit corporation, Eagle School of Madison, Inc. Eagle School is dedicated to serving the educational needs of gifted and talented children, kindergarten through eighth grade, in the greater Madison area. In addition to encouraging the utmost development of each child's academic and creative potential, the school's program stresses the importance of a positive self-image and the value of one's own and others' unique abilities. The school fosters an environment in which students learn to absorb the basics of human knowledge as tools for dealing with the present and future; to see problems, ask questions and deal with uncertainty; to experiment with many methods of problem solving, research and creative expression; and to think and learn independently.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Eagle School cost?
Eagle School's tuition is approximately $15,700 for private students.
Does Eagle School offer a summer program?
Yes, Eagle School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does Eagle School offer?
Eagle School offers 7 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Flag Football, Golf, Tennis, Ultimate Frisbee and Volleyball. Eagle School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for most sports offered.
What is Eagle School's ranking?
Eagle School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body, Most sports offered and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for Eagle School?
The application deadline for Eagle School is Feb. 1 / Mar. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 1 / Mar. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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The average private school tuition in Madison, WI is $8,903 for elementary schools and $10,757 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Madison, WI is 82% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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