Serving 142 students in grades 9-12, Tesla Engineering Charter School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 36:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 32% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 142 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 36:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tesla Engineering Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Tesla Engineering Charter School's student population of 142 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
142 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tesla Engineering Charter School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tesla Engineering Charter School is 0.32, 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
#26 out of 1991 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
36:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
7%
4%
Hispanic
5%
13%
Black
2%
9%
White
82%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tesla Engineering Charter School's ranking?
Tesla Engineering Charter School is ranked #26 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Tesla Engineering Charter School often compared to?
Tesla Engineering Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Renaissance School, Valley New School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tesla Engineering Charter School?
The graduation rate of Tesla Engineering Charter School is 80%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Tesla Engineering Charter School?
142 students attend Tesla Engineering Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Tesla Engineering Charter School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tesla Engineering Charter School?
Tesla Engineering Charter School has a student ration of 36:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Tesla Engineering Charter School offer ?
Tesla Engineering Charter School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Tesla Engineering Charter School part of?
Tesla Engineering Charter School is part of Appleton Area School District.
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