St. Lawrence Seminary High School is a Catholic, residential, college preparatory high school operated by the Capuchin Franciscans of the Province of St. Joseph.
St. Lawrence's mission is to provide each student with the education that will help them succeed in college and prepare them for a life of service, whether as a priest, religious or layperson.
Their programs are aimed at the holistic formation of the individual, addressing the spiritual, intellectual, social, and personal aspects of their being.
St. Lawrence offers a wide variety of college preparatory classes, ministry opportunities, sports, and other co-curricular activities.
For over 160 years, St. Lawrence Seminary High School has provided students from across the United States and around the world a nurturing, living Catholic environmnet in which they can grow and mature into well-rounded men of faith.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked WI School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 172 students
- Yearly Tuition: $18,500
- Acceptance rate: 89%
- Average class size: 13 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School News
- - 04/16/2026St. Lawrence Seminary High School students will be presenting "Joseph and the Technicolor Dreamcoat" in May at the Mount Calvary high school's auditorium.
- - 02/02/2026St. Lawrence Seminary High School officials have introduced the St. Lawrence Scholars Program, a new $8,000 merit-based renewable scholarship available to new incoming students applying for the 2026-27 academic year.
- - 08/29/2025In a celebration of faith, legacy, and community, over 350 people gathered for the official dedication of Fr. Solanus Hall on Sunday morning at St. Lawrence Seminary High School.
Top Rankings
St. Lawrence Seminary High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1860
Colors
White, Brown, Gold
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 24, 2026
Last Day of School
Thu. May 27, 2027
Campus Size
150 acres
Student Body
Total Students
172 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
75%
State avg.: 35%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
40%
Average Class Size
13 students
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
4 courses
List of Courses Offered
Average SAT score
1180
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
24
(Out of 36)
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Khaki pants and solid colored polo shirts
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$18,500
Tuition Notes
Tuition includes room, board, book rental, class dues, student council fees, initial school sweatshirt and Phy Ed uniform. We offer need based financial aid to all domestic families to assist in the affordability.
% on Financial Aid
65%
Acceptance Rate
89%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Francisco Sauceda
Admissions Associate
Andrea School
Sports
Total Sports Offered
11 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
17 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Anime ClubArt Club
Computer Science ClubCooking Club
HilltopicsHilltopper Connect
InternationalMath Team
National Honor SocietyReading Clubs
Student GovernmentYearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
BandChoir
Plays and Musicals
Recreational Athletic Programs:
BowlingForensics
School Notes
- School Motto: Celsitudo ex humilitate
- School Mascot: Hilltopper
- Any student interested in attending St. Lawrence Seminary High School must meet the following criteria: -Male of high school age -Practicing Catholic of good moral character -Good grades -50th percentile or higher on standardized tests -Free of tobacco, drug and alcohol use or involvement -Free from gang involvement, delinquency, and serious misbehavior
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Lawrence Seminary High School cost?
St. Lawrence Seminary High School's tuition is approximately $18,500 for private students.
What schools are St. Lawrence Seminary High School often compared to?
St. Lawrence Seminary High School is often viewed alongside schools like Marquette University High School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Lawrence Seminary High School?
The acceptance rate of St. Lawrence Seminary High School is 89%, which is equal to the national average of 89%.
What sports does St. Lawrence Seminary High School offer?
St. Lawrence Seminary High School offers 11 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, E-sports, Golf, Soccer, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling. St. Lawrence Seminary High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for most sports offered.
What is St. Lawrence Seminary High School's ranking?
St. Lawrence Seminary High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for: Highest percentage of students of color, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Lawrence Seminary High School?
The application deadline for St. Lawrence Seminary High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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1101 Genesee Street
Delafield, WI 53018
(262) 646-7199
Delafield, WI 53018
(262) 646-7199
53 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 221 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 11 Tuition listed
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