Serving 144 students in grades 9-12, Waukesha Engineering Preparatory Academy 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 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 48:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 144 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 48:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waukesha Engineering Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Waukesha Engineering Preparatory Academy's student population of 144 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
144 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Waukesha Engineering Preparatory Academy ranks within the top 5% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waukesha Engineering Preparatory Academy is 0.42, 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
#55 out of 1962 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
48:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
9%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
74%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.6%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-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 Waukesha Engineering Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Waukesha Engineering Preparatory Academy is ranked #55 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Waukesha Engineering Preparatory Academy often compared to?
Waukesha Engineering Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like West High 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 40% WI state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Waukesha Engineering Preparatory Academy?
The graduation rate of Waukesha Engineering Preparatory Academy is 90%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 90.5%.
How many students attend Waukesha Engineering Preparatory Academy?
144 students attend Waukesha Engineering Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Waukesha Engineering Preparatory Academy students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waukesha Engineering Preparatory Academy?
Waukesha Engineering Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 48:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Waukesha Engineering Preparatory Academy offer ?
Waukesha Engineering Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Waukesha Engineering Preparatory Academy part of?
Waukesha Engineering Preparatory Academy is part of Waukesha School District.
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