Serving 602 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Winnequah School ranks in the top 10% 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 63% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (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 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 602 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: WINNEQUAH SCHOOL serves the west part of Madison, WI, covering an area of approximately 5.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Winnequah School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Winnequah School's student population of 602 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
602 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Winnequah School 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 Winnequah 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
#173 out of 1962 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
3%
9%
White
76%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.4%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Winnequah Owls
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Winnequah School's ranking?
Winnequah School is ranked #173 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Winnequah School often compared to?
Winnequah Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Van Hise Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Winnequah School?
602 students attend Winnequah School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Winnequah School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Winnequah School?
Winnequah School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Winnequah School offer ?
Winnequah School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Winnequah School part of?
Winnequah School is part of Monona Grove School District.
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