We are committed to providing a strong educational foundation challenging children under the professional guidance of a dedicated, enthusiastic staff in partnership with parents.
St. Jerome Parish School is recognized and valued for providing the best elementary education in the greater Oconomowoc Area.
We instill lifelong Catholic values, encourage personal growth and leadership, and challenge every child as we prepare them for academic success.
St. Jerome Parish School offers your child a Catholic value-based education, providing a loving and caring environment in which to learn.
Our educational philosophy is based upon care for the whole child - mind, body and spirit.
Jesus is certainly our formational role model for how we live and interact with others.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked WI School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 252 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Jerome Parish School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
252 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 35%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Jerome Parish School's ranking?
St. Jerome Parish School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Jerome Parish School?
The application deadline for St. Jerome Parish School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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