Serving 153 students in grades 6-8, Marathon Venture Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 32% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 153 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marathon Venture Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Marathon Venture Academy's student population of 153 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
153 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marathon Venture Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 1,984 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marathon Venture Academy is 0.13, 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
#475 out of 1984 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
3%
13%
Black
n/a
9%
White
93%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marathon Venture Academy's ranking?
Marathon Venture Academy is ranked #475 out of 1,984 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Marathon Venture Academy often compared to?
Marathon Venture Academyis often viewed alongside schools like La Crosse Polytechnic School, Kaleidoscope Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average).
How many students attend Marathon Venture Academy?
153 students attend Marathon Venture Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Marathon Venture Academy students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marathon Venture Academy?
Marathon Venture Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marathon Venture Academy offer ?
Marathon Venture Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Marathon Venture Academy part of?
Marathon Venture Academy is part of Marathon City School District.
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