Common Threads Family Resource Center in Mc Farland, WI, serves 15 students in grades 3 through 12 as a nonsectarian, co–educational special education school.
Founded in 2006, the school operates in a large suburban community with a student–teacher ratio of 8:1 and a total of two teachers.
The student body includes 6.25% students of color, reflecting some diversity within the school population.
As a specialized private school, Common Threads offers educational services without religious affiliation or membership in school associations.
The school is located near several Madison private schools and preschools, providing families with diverse educational options within a 4–mile radius.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 3-12
- Enrollment: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 3-12
Year Founded
2006
Student Body
Total Students
15 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 35%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Common Threads Family Resource Center?
The application deadline for Common Threads Family Resource Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools
The nearest high school to Common Threads Family Resource Center is Abundant Life Christian School (3.4 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Three Angels Christian School (2.5 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Aldo Leopold Nature Preschool (2.9 miles away)
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School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Three Angels Christian School ![Three Angels Christian School Photo]( "Three Angels Christian School Photo")
(Seventh Day Adventist)
900 Femrite Dr
Madison, WI 53716
(608) 222-5775
Madison, WI 53716
(608) 222-5775
2.5 miles
Gr: K-7 | 23 students Avg. class size: 6 students Tuition listed
Aldo Leopold Nature Preschool
Alternative School
330 Femrite Dr
Madison, WI 53716
(608) 221-0404
Madison, WI 53716
(608) 221-0404
2.9 miles
Gr: NS | 1,000 students
Monona KinderCare ![Monona KinderCare Photo - Monona KinderCare]( "Monona KinderCare Photo - Monona KinderCare")
Daycare / Preschool
6109 Monona Dr.
Madison, WI 53716
(608) 222-6333
Madison, WI 53716
(608) 222-6333
3 miles
Gr: NS-PK
Abundant Life Christian School ![Abundant Life Christian School Photo - Abundant Life Christian School Campus-Aerial View]( "Abundant Life Christian School Photo - Abundant Life Christian School Campus-Aerial View")
(Christian)
4901 E Buckeye Road
Madison, WI 53716
(608) 221-1520
Madison, WI 53716
(608) 221-1520
3.4 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 411 students Avg. class size: 26 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 12 Tuition listed
Immaculate Heart Of Mary Catholic School
(Catholic)
4913 Schofield St
Madison, WI 53716
(608) 222-8831
Madison, WI 53716
(608) 222-8831
3.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 179 students Avg. class size: 13 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Abundant Life Christian School ![Abundant Life Christian School Photo - Abundant Life Christian School Campus-Aerial View]( "Abundant Life Christian School Photo - Abundant Life Christian School Campus-Aerial View")
(Christian)
4901 E Buckeye Road
Madison, WI 53716
(608) 221-1520
Madison, WI 53716
(608) 221-1520
3.4 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 411 students Avg. class size: 26 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 12 Tuition listed
6602 Dominion Dr
Madison, WI 53718
(608) 250-0551
Madison, WI 53718
(608) 250-0551
4.7 miles
Gr: K-11 | 124 students Tuition listed
Calvary Christian Academy
(Pentecostal)
5301 Commercial Avenue
Madison, WI 53704
(608) 249-6445
Madison, WI 53704
(608) 249-6445
5.6 miles
Gr: K-9 | 16 students
Operation Fresh Start
Alternative School
2670 Milwaukee St
Madison, WI 53704
(608) 244-4721
Madison, WI 53704
(608) 244-4721
6 miles
Gr: 12 | 36 students
Wings To Soar Online Academy
Special Education School
1109 Mendota St
Madison, WI 53714
(608) 620-3525
Madison, WI 53714
(608) 620-3525
6.4 miles
Gr: K-12 | 114 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Three Angels Christian School ![Three Angels Christian School Photo]( "Three Angels Christian School Photo")
(Seventh Day Adventist)
900 Femrite Dr
Madison, WI 53716
(608) 222-5775
Madison, WI 53716
(608) 222-5775
2.5 miles
Gr: K-7 | 23 students Avg. class size: 6 students Tuition listed
Abundant Life Christian School ![Abundant Life Christian School Photo - Abundant Life Christian School Campus-Aerial View]( "Abundant Life Christian School Photo - Abundant Life Christian School Campus-Aerial View")
(Christian)
4901 E Buckeye Road
Madison, WI 53716
(608) 221-1520
Madison, WI 53716
(608) 221-1520
3.4 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 411 students Avg. class size: 26 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 12 Tuition listed
Immaculate Heart Of Mary Catholic School
(Catholic)
4913 Schofield St
Madison, WI 53716
(608) 222-8831
Madison, WI 53716
(608) 222-8831
3.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 179 students Avg. class size: 13 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
6602 Dominion Dr
Madison, WI 53718
(608) 250-0551
Madison, WI 53718
(608) 250-0551
4.7 miles
Gr: K-11 | 124 students Tuition listed
St. Dennis School
(Catholic)
409 Dempsey Rd
Madison, WI 53714
(608) 246-5121
Madison, WI 53714
(608) 246-5121
4.9 miles
Gr: K-8 | 211 students Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Aldo Leopold Nature Preschool
Alternative School
330 Femrite Dr
Madison, WI 53716
(608) 221-0404
Madison, WI 53716
(608) 221-0404
2.9 miles
Gr: NS | 1,000 students
Monona KinderCare ![Monona KinderCare Photo - Monona KinderCare]( "Monona KinderCare Photo - Monona KinderCare")
Daycare / Preschool
6109 Monona Dr.
Madison, WI 53716
(608) 222-6333
Madison, WI 53716
(608) 222-6333
3 miles
Gr: NS-PK
Abundant Life Christian School ![Abundant Life Christian School Photo - Abundant Life Christian School Campus-Aerial View]( "Abundant Life Christian School Photo - Abundant Life Christian School Campus-Aerial View")
(Christian)
4901 E Buckeye Road
Madison, WI 53716
(608) 221-1520
Madison, WI 53716
(608) 221-1520
3.4 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 411 students Avg. class size: 26 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 12 Tuition listed
Immaculate Heart Of Mary Catholic School
(Catholic)
4913 Schofield St
Madison, WI 53716
(608) 222-8831
Madison, WI 53716
(608) 222-8831
3.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 179 students Avg. class size: 13 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Blooming Grove Montessori ![Blooming Grove Montessori Photo]( "Blooming Grove Montessori Photo")
Montessori School
4560 Rustic Drive
Madison, WI 53718
(608) 658-9121
Madison, WI 53718
(608) 658-9121
4.9 miles
Gr: PK | 60 students Avg. class size: 15 students
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1209 Park St
Cross Plains, WI 53528
(608) 829-9250
Cross Plains, WI 53528
(608) 829-9250
9207.1 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 245 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
(Math: 58% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2800 Military Road
Cross Plains, WI 53528
(608) 829-9420
Cross Plains, WI 53528
(608) 829-9420
9208.1 miles
Gr: 5-8 | 924 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
19 14th Avenue
New Glarus, WI 53574
(608) 527-2410
New Glarus, WI 53574
(608) 527-2410
9208.1 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 419 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1701 2nd St
New Glarus, WI 53574
(608) 527-2410
New Glarus, WI 53574
(608) 527-2410
9208.1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 320 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
(Math: 59% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1619 2nd St
New Glarus, WI 53574
(608) 527-2410
New Glarus, WI 53574
(608) 527-2410
9208.1 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 214 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
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