Serving 642 students in grades 5-6, Waunakee Intermediate ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 32% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 642 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waunakee Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Waunakee Intermediate's student population of 642 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
642 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Waunakee Intermediate ranks within the top 5% of all 1,984 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waunakee Intermediate is 0.31, 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
#87 out of 1984 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
7%
13%
Black
2%
9%
White
83%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
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 Waunakee Intermediate's ranking?
Waunakee Intermediate is ranked #87 out of 1,984 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Waunakee Intermediate often compared to?
Waunakee Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Kromrey Middle School, Glacier Creek Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average).
How many students attend Waunakee Intermediate?
642 students attend Waunakee Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Waunakee Intermediate students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waunakee Intermediate?
Waunakee Intermediate has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Waunakee Intermediate offer ?
Waunakee Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Waunakee Intermediate part of?
Waunakee Intermediate is part of Waunakee Community School District.
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