Serving 661 students in grades 5-6, Waunakee Intermediate ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (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 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 661 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Waunakee Intermediate's attendance zone encompasses the entire Waunakee school district, covering approximately 55.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.2 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching a maximum distance of 6.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waunakee Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Waunakee Intermediate's student population of 661 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
661 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Waunakee Intermediate ranks within the top 10% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waunakee Intermediate is 0.34, 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
#100 out of 1962 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.5%
24%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-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 Waunakee Intermediate's ranking?
Waunakee Intermediate is ranked #100 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Waunakee Intermediate often compared to?
Waunakee Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Glacier Creek Middle School, Kromrey Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Waunakee Intermediate?
661 students attend Waunakee Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Waunakee Intermediate students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waunakee Intermediate?
Waunakee Intermediate has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Waunakee Intermediate offer ?
Waunakee Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Waunakee Intermediate part of?
Waunakee Intermediate is part of Waunakee Community School District.
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