Serving 489 students in grades 3-5, Waubesa Intermediate ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 489 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Waubesa Intermediate School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Mc Farland School District, covering approximately 24.1 square miles. Typically, families can expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 2.6 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 4.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waubesa Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Waubesa Intermediate's student population of 489 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
489 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Waubesa Intermediate ranks within the top 20% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waubesa Intermediate is 0.32, 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
#375 out of 1962 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
82%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.7%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-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 Waubesa Intermediate's ranking?
Waubesa Intermediate is ranked #375 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Waubesa Intermediate often compared to?
Waubesa Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Stoner Prairie Elementary School, Cesar Chavez Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Waubesa Intermediate?
489 students attend Waubesa Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Waubesa Intermediate students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waubesa Intermediate?
Waubesa Intermediate has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Waubesa Intermediate offer ?
Waubesa Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Waubesa Intermediate part of?
Waubesa Intermediate is part of Mcfarland School District.
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