A COLLEGE PREP SCHOOL RIGHT IN MILWAUKEE'S BACKYARD

St. John's Northwestern is a co-ed college preparatory boarding and day school in Delafield, Wisconsin — just a short drive from Milwaukee. Structured environment, small class sizes, and specialized programs in leadership, athletics, and STEM, for grades 7–12 and post-graduate.

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A LEGACY OF STRUCTURE, SINCE 1884

For over 140 years, St. John's Northwestern has built its reputation on one idea: every student deserves a foundation for life, not just a diploma. Our historic Delafield campus — just 30 minutes from downtown Milwaukee — gives students a 12-to-1 student-teacher ratio, supervised evening study halls with peer and tutor support, and secure residence halls.

For Milwaukee-area families, SJN offers something rare: a nationally-recognized boarding school close enough to attend as a day student, or to visit on weekends if your student boards.

SPECIALIZED PROGRAMS, BUILT WITH YOUR STUDENT'S FUTURE IN MIND

Chicago-area students choose SJN for the program that fits their path — leadership, athletics, or STEM.

JROTC-Leadership Program

Prepares cadets for ROTC scholarships, service opportunities, and a pathway to officer ship for students pursuing military careers.

Engineering, Robotics & Aviation (ERA)

A premier STEM experience with a 12-to-1 student-to-teacher ratio. Students can earn a private pilot's license, participate in robotics and cybersecurity, and join a first-of-its-kind drone program.

Athletics

SJN fields competitive teams across baseball, basketball, cross country, football, golf, hockey, lacrosse, soccer, swimming, tennis, track & field, trap, and wrestling — giving student-athletes a chance to compete and grow, whatever their sport.

DME Basketball Program

Combines SJN's academic excellence with elite basketball training, producing over 35 Division I athletes and NBA talent — a unique pathway for student-athletes.

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CAMPUS LOCATION

A BREATHTAKING CAMPUS, MINUTES FROM MILWAUKEE

Established in 1884, St. John's Northwestern's campus features historic buildings throughout, conveniently located in Delafield — about 30 minutes west of Milwaukee. That means Milwaukee families get the full boarding school experience without the long-distance commitment: easy day-student commutes, quick weekend visits, and a real presence in your student's daily life.

  • About 30 minutes from downtown Milwaukee via I-94
  • Viable as a day school option for Milwaukee-area students
  • Historic campus with a 12-to-1 student-teacher ratio
  • A campus designed for scholarship, leadership, and personal growth

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