Serving 667 students in grades 7-8, Waunakee Middle 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 57% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 667 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Waunakee Middle's attendance zone covers the entire Waunakee school district, encompassing approximately 55.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school from various points within the zone takes about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge located 6.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waunakee Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Waunakee Middle School's student population of 667 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
667 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Waunakee Middle 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 Middle School is 0.37, 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
#374 out of 1962 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
79%
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 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13%
24%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
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
Sports
Colors
Purple and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waunakee Middle School's ranking?
Waunakee Middle School is ranked #374 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Waunakee Middle School often compared to?
Waunakee Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like De Soto Middle School, Kromrey Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Waunakee Middle School?
667 students attend Waunakee Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Waunakee Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waunakee Middle School?
Waunakee Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Waunakee Middle School offer ?
Waunakee Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Waunakee Middle School part of?
Waunakee Middle School is part of Waunakee Community School District.
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