Serving 88 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Central Oaks 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority American Indian and Black), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 88 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Oaks Academy's student population of 88 students has declined by 81% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
88 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
Central Oaks Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Oaks Academy is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1227 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
2%
9%
White
84%
66%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.9%
24%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Oaks Academy's ranking?
Central Oaks Academy is ranked #1227 out of 1,962 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Central Oaks Academy?
88 students attend Central Oaks Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Central Oaks Academy students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Oaks Academy?
Central Oaks Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central Oaks Academy offer ?
Central Oaks Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Central Oaks Academy part of?
Central Oaks Academy is part of Wisconsin Rapids School District.
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