Serving 585 students in grades 2-6, Rock River Intermediate ranks in the top 50% 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 42% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is higher than 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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-6
- Enrollment: 585 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rock River Intermediate's attendance zone encompasses the entire Waupun school district, covering approximately 176.2 square miles. Families within this area typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 9.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 13.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rock River Intermediate's student population of 585 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
585 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rock River Intermediate ranks within the top 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rock River Intermediate is 0.27, 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
#900 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.8%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rock River Intermediate's ranking?
Rock River Intermediate is ranked #900 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Rock River Intermediate often compared to?
Rock River Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Murray Park Elementary School, Quest Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Rock River Intermediate?
585 students attend Rock River Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Rock River Intermediate students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rock River Intermediate?
Rock River Intermediate has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rock River Intermediate offer ?
Rock River Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 2-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rock River Intermediate part of?
Rock River Intermediate is part of Waupun School District.
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