Private Schools Market: ZIP 53717
Opportunity Score
79
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 53717 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 13,026 and household incomes above the national median ($96,245).
Area Profile
13,026
Population
$96,245
Median Income
+29% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
13.0/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 39.4 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 47.1% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Private Schools and related businesses in ZIP 53717.
5
Child Care Centers
3.8 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,540
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,385
Median Gross Rent
$400 K
Median Home Value
11
Bank Branches
$3.1 M deposits
Tips for Starting a Private School Business in Wisconsin
- Accreditation takes 2-3 years but determines whether your tuition qualifies for tax credits and whether colleges recognize your diplomas.
- Your first 50 students are the hardest. Most private schools break even around 80-120 students. Plan for 2-3 years of operating losses.
- Facility costs dominate. Leasing a church or community center cuts your startup cost by 60-80% vs. building or buying.
- Teacher salaries run 15-30% below public school equivalents. You'll attract mission-driven educators, but benefits and culture have to compensate.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Related Businesses
- 5
- Bank Branches
- 11
vs. National Average
Median Income
+29% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+2.5 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
53719
1.7 mi
Pop: 33,688
$92,223
Walk: 12.1
53562
3.7 mi
Pop: 29,488
$97,241
Walk: 15.1
53705
4.2 mi
Pop: 25,045
$82,315
Walk: 14.7
53792
6.3 mi
Pop: 0
Walk: 13.8
53726
6.8 mi
Pop: 5,043
$39,779
Walk: 15.9
53593
7.0 mi
Pop: 29,479
$135,699
Walk: 6.1
53706
7.7 mi
Pop: 3,801
$2,499
53711
8.6 mi
Pop: 50,474
$101,236
Walk: 10.9
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About This Data
Data sources
U.S. Census Bureau (ACS, ZBP) · HUD Fair Market Rents · EPA Walkability Index · USDA RUCA · IRS SOI · FDIC Summary of Deposits