Find a School That Fits Your Child

Find a School That Fits Your Child

NavigateWI — a guide to Wisconsin’s private Choice schoolsNavigateWI: A Guide to Wisconsin’s Choice Schools

Choosing a school is an important decision. NavigateWI makes it easier to understand your options and explore private schools participating in Wisconsin’s parental choice programs.

Created by School Choice Wisconsin, NavigateWI is a statewide resource designed to help families learn how Choice works, compare participating schools and take the next step with confidence.

Whether you’re considering a new school for the first time, planning ahead for middle or high school, or simply exploring what is available in your community, NavigateWI is a place to start.

WHAT YOU'LL FIND INSIDE

A Starting Point for Your School Search

NavigateWI brings school information and Wisconsin Choice resources together in one place so families can move from learning to exploring to connecting with schools.

Explore Private Choice Schools

Browse participating private schools throughout Wisconsin and find educational options available in communities near you.

The directory is organized geographically by county and city, making it easier for families to identify participating schools in their area.

Compare What Matters to Your Family

School profiles can help you compare important details such as:

  • Grade levels served
  • School hours
  • Enrollment information
  • Academic programs and learning approaches
  • Extracurricular activities
  • Student support services
  • Transportation
  • Before- and after-school care
  • Special programs and areas of focus
  • Choice programs and application periods
  • School contact information

The guide uses categories and icons to make school features easier to identify and compare.

Understand Wisconsin School Choice

Learn how Wisconsin’s parental choice programs work, review common questions and get practical information about the application process.

NavigateWI includes information about Wisconsin’s parental choice programs, application guidance, re-enrollment, frequently asked questions, myths and facts, family stories, school-selection tips and school profiles.

HOW TO USE NAVIGATEWI

Three Simple Steps

  1. Learn

    Start with Choice 101 to understand Wisconsin’s educational options and learn how parental choice programs work.

  2. Explore & Compare

    Browse private Choice schools by county and city. Compare grade levels, programs, services, schedules and other details that matter to your family.

  3. Connect With Schools

    Once you identify schools that may be a good fit, contact them directly to ask questions, schedule a visit and confirm current application and enrollment requirements.

GUIDE PREVIEW

See What’s Inside NavigateWI

NavigateWI Fall 2026 directory cover
Fall 2026 guide
Preview of the Welcome to NavigateWI introductory page
A starting point for families
Preview of school listings organized by Wisconsin county and city
Schools by county and city

Your school search involves more than finding a name on a list. NavigateWI school profiles are designed to help you understand what each participating school offers and decide which options deserve a closer look.

Find schools near you
Browse participating schools by Wisconsin county and city.

Compare school information
Review grade levels, programs, services, activities, schedules and other key details.

Plan your next step
Use school websites and contact information to learn more, ask questions or arrange a visit.

Understand the Choice process
Review program information and guidance designed to make applying easier to understand.

Ready to Explore Your Options?

Access the complete NavigateWI guide and discover participating private Choice schools throughout Wisconsin.

NavigateWI is a project of School Choice Wisconsin. School information is provided by participating schools and public sources and may change. Families should confirm current programs, availability, application periods and enrollment requirements directly with each school.