Serving 32 students in grades 6-12, Viking Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Wisconsin state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Wisconsin state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 32:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 32% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 32 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 32:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Viking Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Viking Academy's student population of 32 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
32 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Viking Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,984 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Viking Academy is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1352 out of 1984 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
32:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
6%
13%
Black
n/a
9%
White
88%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)≥50%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Viking Academy's ranking?
Viking Academy is ranked #1352 out of 1,984 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Viking Academy?
The graduation rate of Viking Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 88%.
How many students attend Viking Academy?
32 students attend Viking Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Viking Academy students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Viking Academy?
Viking Academy has a student ration of 32:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Viking Academy offer ?
Viking Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Viking Academy part of?
Viking Academy is part of Denmark School District.
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