The archdiocese ranks 14 th in size of Catholic school enrollment nationwide. Total enrollment of Catholic school students in Wisconsin is 80,256. In addition to the 54 new schools opened last year, many more are projected to open in the coming year. Demand for faith and values-based education continues to grow. Reflecting on those students and parents unable to attain slots in Catholic schools, Dr.
Boards provide the vision and leadership to make new schools happen and existing schools thrive.
Strong urban presence Dr. Robert Kealey, executive director of NCEA's Elementary School Department, said that the total number of Catholic elementary and middle school students is 2,004,037. There are 6,920 Catholic elementary schools. Of special note is the significant presence of Catholic schools in urban and inner cities. Almost 46 percent of Catholic schools are located in these areas, despite of population losses and great financial difficulties in maintaining them. Almost 14 per cent of the student enrollment in all Catholic schools is non-Catholic.