Serving 42 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 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 42 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- 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
Student Attention
School Overview
Northern Waters Environmental School's student population of 42 students has stayed relatively flat 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
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
42 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
Northern Waters Environmental School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northern Waters Environmental School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1385 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
n/a
9%
White
76%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northern Waters Environmental School's ranking?
Northern Waters Environmental School is ranked #1385 out of 1,991 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 39% WI state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Northern Waters Environmental School?
42 students attend Northern Waters Environmental School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Northern Waters Environmental School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northern Waters Environmental School?
Northern Waters Environmental School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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