Serving 58 students in grades 6-8, Fox West Academy 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 58 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fox West Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Fox West Academy's student population of 58 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
58 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fox West Academy 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 Fox West Academy is 0.22, 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
#431 out of 1991 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
n/a
9%
White
88%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
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 Fox West Academy's ranking?
Fox West Academy is ranked #431 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wisconsin.
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 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Fox West Academy?
58 students attend Fox West Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Fox West Academy students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fox West Academy?
Fox West Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fox West Academy offer ?
Fox West Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Fox West Academy part of?
Fox West Academy is part of Hortonville Area School District.
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