Serving 38 students in grades 6-12, Northern Waters Environmental School 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 13:1 is equal to the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 32% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 38 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- 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
Northern Waters Environmental School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Northern Waters Environmental School's student population of 38 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
38 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northern Waters Environmental School 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 Northern Waters Environmental School is 0.43, 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
13:1
13:1
American Indian
10%
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
n/a
13%
Black
n/a
9%
White
74%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
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 Northern Waters Environmental School's ranking?
Northern Waters Environmental School 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).
How many students attend Northern Waters Environmental School?
38 students attend Northern Waters Environmental School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Northern Waters Environmental School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northern Waters Environmental School?
Northern Waters Environmental School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northern Waters Environmental School offer ?
Northern Waters Environmental School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Northern Waters Environmental School part of?
Northern Waters Environmental School is part of Hayward Community School District.
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