Wayland Academy (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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About the School

Wayland Academy is a co-educational day and boarding high school in the heartland of Wisconsin, USA. We are located in the city of Beaver Dam between Madison and Milwaukee and just a short 2 hour drive from Chicago! We have 200 students grades 9-12 & post-graduate representing 40 countries.
Wayland Academy is the epitome of Midwest warmth, the perfect blend of global culture, creativity, athleticism, and academic rigor.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked WI School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 200 students
Yearly Tuition: $26,750
Acceptance rate: 35%
Application Deadline: Feb. 1 / Jul. 1 / rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

Upcoming Events

Open House - Sat., October 24, 2026 - get more information!

School Rankings

Wayland Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Wayland Academy
9	30
10	60
11	60
12	50

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Offers Post-Graduate Year

Yes

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1855

School Calendar

Last Day of School

Fri. May 28, 2027

Campus Size

55 acres

School Motto

Knowledge and Character

Student Body

Total Students

200 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

39%

State avg.: 35%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

25 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

8:1

National avg.:

Average Class Size

13 students

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Number of AP Courses

22 courses

List of Courses Offered

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Feb. 1 / Jul. 1 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$26,750

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Tuition Notes

Additional information about affording Wayland and financing your education can be found at our website.

% on Financial Aid

65%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$35

Acceptance Rate

35%

National avg.: 82%

College Acceptance Rate

100%

Admissions Director

Bryanna Michaletz

Admissions Associate

Dominick LaPorte

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Endowment Size

$25 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

17 sports

Sports

TennisTrack and Field

VolleyballWeightlifting

Wrestling

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Colors

Red and White

School Mascot

Big Red

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

28 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Admission AmbassadorsArt Club

Astronomy ClubAthletic Leadership

Baking ClubBlack Student Union

Board Game ClubDrama Production

Finance ClubGender and Sexuality Alliance

Hispanic Student AssociationJewish Culture Club

Library AmbassadorsLiterary Magazine

Math ClubMath Team

Medical ClubModel United Nations Club

Penmanship and Correspondence SocietyPhotography Club

Robotics ClubScouting

Sewing ClubThespian Society

UNICEFWomen's Empowerment Club

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Recreational Athletic Programs:

Badminton ClubPing Pong Club

School Notes

Wayland Academyis a co-educational boarding high school in the heartland of Wisconsin, USA. We are located between Madison and Milwaukee and just a short 2 hour drive from Chicago! We have 210students grades 9-12 & post-graduate representing over 35 countries.Wayland Academy is the epitome of Midwest warmth, the perfect blend of global culture, artistic growth, athleticism, and academic rigor. Our signature programs include STEAM, Media Studies, Environmental Science, and Student Success.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- George E. Taylor - 1879. First African-American to run for the office of President of the United States.
- Zona Gale - 1891. First woman to win the Pulitzer Prize for Drama (1921), for "Miss Lola Bett."
- Addie Joss - 1898. Pitcher; Cleveland Naps (AL); Baseball Hall of Fame.
- Ned Merriam - 1905. Competed at the 1908 London Olympics (400 Meters); coached track & field at: Iowa State, Texas A&M, DePauw, Yale, and U. of Chicago. Football & Track athlete at Chicago (coached by Amos Alonzo Stagg).
- Raymond Patterson - 1940. President/G.M., Houston Rockets, Milwaukee Bucks (NBA), and Wayland Academy.
- Susan Peterson - 1963. First female TV correspondent assigned to the White House; Communications Consultant.
- Rick Fliehr - 1968. Professional wrestler (as Rick "Nature Boy" Flair).
- Mikki Hebl, PhD - 1987. Professor, Rice University; Motivational Speaker.
- Uzma Samadani, MD, PhD - 1988. Neurosurgeon, researcher, Manhattan Veterans' Hospital
- Kira Salak - 1989. Traveler, author, contributing editor to National Geographic

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Wayland Academy cost?

Wayland Academy's tuition is approximately $26,750 for private students.

What schools are Wayland Academy often compared to?

Wayland Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Central Wisconsin Christian Schools (PreK-12) by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of Wayland Academy?

The acceptance rate of Wayland Academy is 35%, which is lower than the national average of 90%. Wayland Academy's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Wisconsin with low acceptance rates.

Who are famous alumni from Wayland Academy?

Wayland Academy famous alumni include: George E. Taylor, Zona Gale, Addie Joss, Ned Merriam, Raymond Patterson, Susan Peterson, Rick Fliehr, Mikki Hebl, PhD, Uzma Samadani, MD, PhD and Kira Salak.

What sports does Wayland Academy offer?

Wayland Academy offers 17 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Crew, Cross Country, Fencing, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Weightlifting and Wrestling. Wayland Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for most sports offered.

What is Wayland Academy's ranking?

Wayland Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Wayland Academy?

The application deadline for Wayland Academy is Feb. 1 / Jul. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 1 / Jul. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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The average private school tuition in Dodge County, WI is $5,129 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Dodge County, WI is 68% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).