St. Joan Antida High School

Rooted in the Catholic faith and the spirit of St. Joan Antida Thouret, the school’s mission is to embrace the individuality of each young woman, engage her intellect, and empower her to impact the community with confidence. The school emphasizes a commitment to service, particularly to the poor, and strives to prepare students to be strong, determined leaders who forge their own paths to success.

The academic program is built on a foundation of critical thinking and core skills, offering a diverse course catalog that includes career pathways in Engineering/IT, Health Sciences, and Business. Students can earn college credit through Advanced Placement courses—such as AP Human Geography, AP Psychology, and AP Spanish Literature and Culture—and through dual-enrollment partnerships with institutions including Marquette, MSOE, Alverno, Mount Mary, MATC, and the Catholic University of America. The curriculum also includes a freshwoman seminar to help students identify their strengths and explore career options.

The school has a 68-year history of preparing young women for success, with more than 5,000 graduates who have gone on to become business owners, executives, community organizers, and healthcare leaders. Recent graduates have earned over $800,000 in college scholarships, and the school partners with College Possible to support post-secondary success. Students also engage in significant community service, completing over 4,400 hours in a single academic year.

St. Joan Antida High School maintains a student-to-teacher ratio of 13:1, allowing for individualized attention and support for every student. The school also provides a robust student services team and employs school counselors to assist with the academic, emotional, and spiritual growth of its students.

St. Joan Antida High School welcomes applications from prospective students and offers opportunities to visit through on-campus tours, shadow days, and open house events. The school maintains a commitment to accessibility, ensuring no student is turned away due to an inability to pay, and provides financial support through the Wisconsin Parental Choice Program as well as merit- and need-based scholarships. Prospective families can begin the application process online or by contacting the admissions office.

The school operates on an academic calendar that includes various student life, athletic, and admissions-related events throughout the year. Families and students can access the school's online calendar to view upcoming practices, events, and important dates.

Located in Milwaukee, the campus features a variety of facilities to support student learning and development, including a full gymnasium, a theater, art rooms, and language labs. The school also provides free yellow bus transportation for students via four dedicated routes throughout the city.

The school offers more than 20 clubs and athletic opportunities designed to challenge students mentally and physically while fostering teamwork. Available activities include drama, choir, student council, coding, cheer, volleyball, tennis, soccer, and basketball. Additionally, students may participate in 13-week "Empower Hour" courses each semester, which allow them to explore skills such as construction or dance while working alongside local professionals.