Possibilities. Preparation. Purpose.

• Founded in 1929 by Fr. Joseph de Maria
• Supported by the Pallottine Fathers and School Sisters of St. Francis under the auspices of the Archdiocese of Milwaukee
• Dedicated to Pope Pius XI who wrote: “Christian education takes in the whole aggregate of human life, physical and spiritual, intellectual and moral, domestic and social . . . in accordance with the example and teaching of Christ.”
• Accredited by North Central Association of Secondary Schools
• Tuition: $8,550 (2009-10), $400 book fee
• Nickname: Pius XI Popes and Lady Popes
• School colors: gold and white (the official colors of the Pope!)

• Pius XI offers one of the broadest and richest high school curricula
• More than 150 courses across 11 academic departments
• 10 Advanced Placement (AP) courses: biology, calculus, economics, physics, English, Spanish, art portfolio, psychology, US and world history 
• Theology curriculum which serves as the model for the Milwaukee Archdiocese
• Renowned visual and performing arts program
• Leading edge fitness program with emphasis on lifelong wellness
• National Project Lead the Way program 

Strong Catholic Identity

• Celebrated moral and spiritual formation, rooted in the Franciscan and Pallotine traditions
• Pius XI encourages a love of God, self and others that fosters a sense of confidence, personal responsibility and social justice

• More than 100 faculty and staff engage students in intellectual dialog, building critical thinking skills and cultivating an appreciation for life-long learning
• Four faculty members have earned the highly respected teaching honor of National Board Certification; over 50% have advanced degrees
• The student-teacher ratio is 14:1.

• More than $11 million college scholarship offers received by the 2009 graduating class
• Pius XI attracts students from throughout southeastern Wisconsin
• Students come from all cultural, religious and economic backgrounds
• 65% of students participate in at least one co-curricular activity
• 90% of students pursue higher education
• 70% of our student body identifies as Catholic

• Pius XI operates on a five-day scheduling cycle in a two-semester school year
• The advantages of the Pius XI schedule are that students master their flexible daily schedule, which allows them access to a variety of resources during the school day, and at the same time, they learn critical time-management skills

• Pius XI High School pioneered an innovative homeroom system known as TAC (Teacher Advisor Contact)
• TACs are communities of 15-20 students mentored by a faculty member who serves as their teacher advisor. Students stay in the same TAC all four years
• TACs are comprised of students from all grade levels, allowing students to benefit from direct, daily interaction with upper and lower classmen

• Pius XI offers a broad and inclusive athletics program designed to impart such values as teamwork, self-sacrifice and commitment to common goals.
• Athletic Affiliations: Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association (WIAA) and Classic 8 Conference

• With an emphasis on service, co-curriculars, and academic rigor, Pius XI offers a variety of clubs that provide ample opportunity for students to get involved, make friends, develop their talents and create the strong sense of community we call Pius XI.