Serving 417 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Core Knowledge Charter School ranks in the top 30% 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 53% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 417 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Core Knowledge Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Core Knowledge Charter School's student population of 417 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
417 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Core Knowledge Charter School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Core Knowledge Charter School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#537 out of 1991 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
4%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
4%
9%
White
74%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Core Knowledge Charter School's ranking?
Core Knowledge Charter School is ranked #537 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Core Knowledge Charter School often compared to?
Core Knowledge Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glacier Edge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Core Knowledge Charter School?
417 students attend Core Knowledge Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Core Knowledge Charter School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Core Knowledge Charter School?
Core Knowledge Charter School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Core Knowledge Charter School offer ?
Core Knowledge Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Core Knowledge Charter School part of?
Core Knowledge Charter School is part of Verona Area School District.
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