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Eagle School

5454 Gunflint Trl Madison, WI 53711

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked WI School
  • School Type: Special Program Emphasis
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 262 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $15,700
  • Average class size: 14 students
  • Application Deadline: Feb. 1 / Mar. 1 / rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update
Eagle School Photo #1 - A great location for learning in and out of the classroom.
Eagle School Photo #2 - Students collaborate while learning.
Eagle School Photo #3 - Curiosity leads to research.
Eagle School Photo #4 - Fine arts tie into classroom studies.
Eagle School Photo #5 - Time outside.
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked WI School
  • School Type: Special Program Emphasis
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 262 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $15,700
  • Average class size: 14 students
  • Application Deadline: Feb. 1 / Mar. 1 / rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Eagle 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
Year Founded
1982
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
262 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
33%
State avg.: 35%

Academic Profile

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

Tuition & Financial Aid

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

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
20 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
AMC Math TeamChess Club
Computer ClubFrench Club
Lego LeagueMadison Area Math League Team
Math ClubMath Counts
RoboticsScArt (Science Meets Art)
Science OlympiadSpanish Club
Speech and DebateWednesday Walkabouts (outdoor club)


Arts and Music Programs:
BandChoir
Origami clubStrings Ensemble


Recreational Athletic Programs:
Girls on the RunSki 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 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.
  • 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 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.
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 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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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Madison, WI is $8,192 for elementary schools and $9,593 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Madison, WI is 79% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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