Serving 531 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Waunakee Prairie Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 66% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (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 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 531 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Waunakee Prairie Elementary serves the northwest part of Waunakee, WI, covering an area of approximately 38.5 square miles. Families within the zone typically drive 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.4 miles to the nearest edge and a maximum distance of 6.2 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waunakee Prairie Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Waunakee Prairie Elementary School's student population of 531 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
531 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Learning together, growing together.
School Rankings
Waunakee Prairie 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 Prairie Elementary School is 0.31, 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
#212 out of 1962 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
2%
9%
White
83%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.4%
24%
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waunakee Prairie Elementary School's ranking?
Waunakee Prairie Elementary School is ranked #212 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Waunakee Prairie Elementary School often compared to?
Waunakee Prairie Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waunakee Heritage Elementary School, Arboretum Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Waunakee Prairie Elementary School?
531 students attend Waunakee Prairie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Waunakee Prairie Elementary School students are White, 6% 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 Prairie Elementary School?
Waunakee Prairie Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Waunakee Prairie Elementary School offer ?
Waunakee Prairie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Waunakee Prairie Elementary School part of?
Waunakee Prairie Elementary School is part of Waunakee Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Waunakee Prairie Elementary School located?
Waunakee Prairie Elementary School is located in the Six Mile Creek neighborhood of Waunakee, WI.
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