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Wingra School

718 Gilmore St Madison, WI 53711

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 117 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $19,200
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 117 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $19,200
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Students By Grade
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1972
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
117 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
9%
State avg.: 35%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.:
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
List of Courses Offered

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Our individual tuition ranges from $2,550-19,200.
% on Financial Aid
50%
Admissions Director
Johanna Schmidt
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Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
6 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Rotating Offerings of Clubs on a Variety of InterestsTake Apart Club


Arts and Music Programs:
Band ProgramChoir
Grad Senior ChoirRock & Jazz Band

School Notes

  • Wingra School is a small, independent day school providing a child-centered, progressive education for children ages 5 to 14 in the greater Madison area. Each day, Wingra`s nurturing and professional teachers invite students to learn deeply, think creatively, and act compassionately.
  • Wingra provides an education for the world that is and the world that could be.
  • WHAT WE BELIEVE ABOUT EDUCATIONWe are a progressive school.
    We see children as individuals and encourage them to be deep thinkers and wonderers who ask questions. We respect childhood.
    We honor the age, developmental stage, interests, and capabilities of each of our students, ages 5-14.We foster self-directed learners.
    We believe children are active constructors of their own knowledge, and we equip them toparticipate in learning in authentic, purposeful, and meaningful ways. We plant seeds of positive social change.
    We teach tolerance, conflict resolution,appreciation for different points of view, listening skills and advocacy. We build integrated thematic units of study.
  • Students experience connectionsbetween the sciences, arts, literacy, mathematics, and technology. We invite children to see the whole world as their classroom.
  • We draw upon the expertise in our community and the abundant resources around us to enrich our program. We are located across from the UW-Arboretum hiking trails, blocks from Lake Wingra and also from Madison Metropolitan Bus Routes and the Southwest Communter Bike Path.
  • We offer a low student to teacher ratio in every multi-age classroom.
  • Our staff also includes specialists in the areas of art, library, music, physical education, Spanish and technology. Learn more about our school and philosophy at.
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Ben Wikler - Former student who wrote for The Onion, Executive Vice President of Change.org, and currently the chair of the Democratic Party of Wisconsin. -
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Wingra School cost?
Wingra School's tuition is approximately $19,200 for private students.
What schools are Wingra School often compared to?
Wingra School is often viewed alongside schools like Wings To Soar Online Academy by visitors of our site.
Who are famous alumni from Wingra School?
Wingra School famous alumni include: Ben Wikler - Former student who wrote for The Onion, Executive Vice President of Change.org, and currently the chair of the Democratic Party of Wisconsin..
When is the application deadline for Wingra School?
The application deadline for Wingra School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Wingra School located?
Wingra School is located in the Dudgeon Monroe neighborhood of Madison, WI. There are 1 other private schools located in Dudgeon Monroe.

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (4 reviews)
5  
The best Madison has to offer! Wingra is an incredible place for learning, growth, belonging, and community. I have two children, one who attended another local private school. Children really get what they need at Wingra... they are known by teachers and students of all grades and levels, there is plenty of outside time, wonderful arts and music and deep learning that stays with them for life. By and large, Wingra grads go on the ace high school. Some say the traditional high school learning is "easier" because they were taught to think and be accountable for their work at Wingra. My children love Wingra and they are truly happy and comfortable with themselves and others. The parent and staff community is wonderful. Go have a look!
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It was important to me I found a school that took my five-year-old seriously. A place that listened to his interests and passions and then challenged him to pursue those in depth. A place that didn't explain to him all the rules and tell him how to get a good grade but encouraged him to stop and think and explore and learn for himself. Wingra has done all of that. He's excited to be there every day.
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Wingra is a small, welcoming community of thoughtful, dedicated, creative educators. My children are taught to be thinkers and doers at Wingra. They are given regular opportunities to express themselves freely, to lead, to follow, to be challenged and to consider many viewpoints. My daughters both went to public school for elementary, so we have something to compare. My eldest is now back at our neighborhood public high school and she is thriving academically. She knows how to advocate for what she needs, thanks to Wingra. My youngest is still at Wingra and she loves going to school each day. We are so lucky to have Wingra for our kids!
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The school approach is great for my child. I am so glad I found this school in Madison!
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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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