Serving 16 students in grades 4-12, Second Avenue School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, 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 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 4-12
- Enrollment: 16 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in WI)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Second Avenue School's student population of 16 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
16 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Second Avenue School is 0.49, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
43%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
6%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
19%
9%
White
69%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)<50%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.5%
24%
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
33%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Second Avenue School often compared to?
Second Avenue Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wildlands Charter School 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 44% WI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Second Avenue School?
The graduation rate of Second Avenue School is 50%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 88%.
How many students attend Second Avenue School?
16 students attend Second Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Second Avenue School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 6% of students are American Indian, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Second Avenue School?
Second Avenue School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Second Avenue School offer ?
Second Avenue School offers enrollment in grades 4-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Second Avenue School part of?
Second Avenue School is part of Eau Claire Area School District.
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