White Rock School

1150 Whiterock Ave
Waukesha, WI 53186
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
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Top 20%
Serving 286 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, White Rock School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
Minority enrollment is 27% 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: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 286 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 27%
  • : Top 20% in WI
  • : 50-54% (Top 30%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 10%)
  • : 70-79% (Top 5%)
  • : White Rock Elementary serves the northeast part of Waukesha, WI, covering an area of approximately 0.9 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 5 to 10 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of its attendance zone is about 0.6 miles, reaching up to 0.9 miles at its furthest point.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

White Rock School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

White Rock School's student population of 286 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 96% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
286 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher

School Rankings

White Rock 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 White Rock School is 0.45, 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.
This School
State Level (WI)
#294 out of 1962 schools
(Top 20%)
50-54%
40%
55-59%
38%
70-79%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
4%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
n/a
9%
White
73%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
27%
0.45
(22-23)
11.2%
24%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is White Rock School's ranking?
White Rock School is ranked #294 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are White Rock School often compared to?
White Rock Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Poplar Creek Elementary School, Hillcrest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend White Rock School?
286 students attend White Rock School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of White Rock School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does White Rock School offer ?
White Rock School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is White Rock School part of?
White Rock School is part of Waukesha School District.

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 286 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 27%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 50-54% (Top 30%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 10%)
  • : 70-79% (Top 5%)
  • : White Rock Elementary serves the northeast part of Waukesha, WI, covering an area of approximately 0.9 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 5 to 10 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of its attendance zone is about 0.6 miles, reaching up to 0.9 miles at its furthest point.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

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