Saint Rita of Cascia School serves a vibrant and growing suburban parish with fine religious and educational programs to prepare children to be faith-filled parishioners and to be successful citizens of Racine and the world.
We balance faith values, academics, and fine arts, in a higly rated program.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked WI School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 248 students
- Yearly Tuition: $2,900
- Acceptance rate: 98%
- Average class size: 28 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Rita Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1925
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
248 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
25%
State avg.: 35%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
38%
Average Class Size
28 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniforms, boys and girls
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
2013-14 tuition shown for Catholic parishioner. Registration fee and other rates are at our website Registration Forms and Handbook links.
Acceptance Rate
98%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
School Principal
Admissions Associate
School Secretary
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
11 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Art Workshop (paid sessions)Bible Club
Boy and Girl Scout TroopsChess Club (paid sessions)
Children's ChoirDaisies and Brownie Scouts
Mad Science (paid sessions)Parochial League Athletics Gr. 5-8
Recorder ChoirSax Ensemble
Tigers and Cub Scouts
School Notes
- **Day care infant to teen, plus preschool and extended school supervision, are available 6:30am-6pm. Supervision also available on school holidays and in summer. **School Athletics through parochial athletic league, emphasizing skills and fair play. **We are known as a very family- friendly parish and school.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Rita Catholic School cost?
St. Rita Catholic School's tuition is approximately $2,900 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Rita Catholic School?
The acceptance rate of St. Rita Catholic School is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 90%.
What sports does St. Rita Catholic School offer?
St. Rita Catholic School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is St. Rita Catholic School's ranking?
St. Rita Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for: Largest student body and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for St. Rita Catholic School?
The application deadline for St. Rita Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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