Serving 154 students in grades 5-12, Fond Du Lac Stem Academy 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 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 154 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fond Du Lac Stem Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Fond Du Lac Stem Academy's student population of 154 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 57% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
154 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fond Du Lac Stem Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fond Du Lac Stem Academy is 0.42, 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
#349 out of 1991 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
10%
14%
Black
3%
9%
White
75%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥50%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
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 Fond Du Lac Stem Academy's ranking?
Fond Du Lac Stem Academy is ranked #349 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Fond Du Lac Stem Academy often compared to?
Fond Du Lac Stem Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Fond Du Lac High School, Fox West Academy, George D Warriner Middle 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 39% WI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fond Du Lac Stem Academy?
The graduation rate of Fond Du Lac Stem Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 87%.
How many students attend Fond Du Lac Stem Academy?
154 students attend Fond Du Lac Stem Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Fond Du Lac Stem Academy students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fond Du Lac Stem Academy?
Fond Du Lac Stem Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fond Du Lac Stem Academy offer ?
Fond Du Lac Stem Academy offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Fond Du Lac Stem Academy part of?
Fond Du Lac Stem Academy is part of Fond Du Lac School District.
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