Serving 77 students in grades 9-12, Appleton Technical Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 32% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Vocational school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 77 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Appleton Technical Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Appleton Technical Academy's student population of 77 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
77 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Appleton Technical Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 1,984 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Appleton Technical Academy is 0.33, 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
#344 out of 1984 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
14%
13%
Black
3%
9%
White
81%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Appleton Technical Academy's ranking?
Appleton Technical Academy is ranked #344 out of 1,984 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Appleton Technical Academy often compared to?
Appleton Technical Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeview Technology Academy, Island City Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Appleton Technical Academy?
The graduation rate of Appleton Technical Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 87%.
How many students attend Appleton Technical Academy?
77 students attend Appleton Technical Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Appleton Technical Academy students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Appleton Technical Academy?
Appleton Technical Academy has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Appleton Technical Academy offer ?
Appleton Technical Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Appleton Technical Academy part of?
Appleton Technical Academy is part of Appleton Area School District.
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