Waukesha Engineering Preparatory Academy

401 E Roberta Ave
Waukesha, WI 53186
9/
10
Top 20%
Serving 174 students in grades 9-12, Waukesha Engineering Preparatory Academy 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 50-59% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 44:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 32% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 174 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 44:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 28%
  • : ≥90% (Top 50% in WI)
  • : Top 20%
  • : 50-59% (Top 20%)
  • : 50-59% (Top 10%)
  • 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:

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School Overview

Waukesha Engineering Preparatory Academy's student population of 174 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
174 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
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School Rankings

Waukesha Engineering Preparatory Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 1,984 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waukesha Engineering Preparatory Academy is 0.45, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (WI)
#203 out of 1984 schools
(Top 20%)
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50-59%
38%
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50-59%
39%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
44:1
13:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
4%
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Hispanic
16%
13%
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Black
n/a
9%
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White
72%
68%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
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0.45
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≥90%
87%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
36%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
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School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #203 out of 1,984 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% 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 higher than the Wisconsin state average of 87%.
How many students attend Waukesha Engineering Preparatory Academy?
174 students attend Waukesha Engineering Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Waukesha Engineering Preparatory Academy students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, and 2% 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 44:1, 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 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Waukesha Engineering Preparatory Academy part of?
Waukesha Engineering Preparatory Academy is part of Waukesha School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 174 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 44:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 28%
  • : ≥90% (Top 50%)
  • : Top 20%
  • : 50-59% (Top 20%)
  • : 50-59% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

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