Serving 537 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Waunakee Heritage Elementary School 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 60% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 537 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Waunakee Heritage Elementary serves a central area within Waunakee, WI, covering approximately 1.7 square miles. The typical drive from the farthest edge of the attendance zone to the school is about 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 0.8 miles to the zone's edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waunakee Heritage Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Waunakee Heritage Elementary School's student population of 537 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
537 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Waunakee Heritage Elementary School 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 Waunakee Heritage Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#273 out of 1962 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
15%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
75%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.3%
24%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wolves
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waunakee Heritage Elementary School's ranking?
Waunakee Heritage Elementary School is ranked #273 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Waunakee Heritage Elementary School often compared to?
Waunakee Heritage Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waunakee Prairie Elementary School, Arboretum Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Waunakee Heritage Elementary School?
537 students attend Waunakee Heritage Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Waunakee Heritage Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waunakee Heritage Elementary School?
Waunakee Heritage Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Waunakee Heritage Elementary School offer ?
Waunakee Heritage Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Waunakee Heritage Elementary School part of?
Waunakee Heritage Elementary School is part of Waunakee Community School District.
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