Serving 200 students in grades 2-8, Odyssey-magellan ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 2-8
- Enrollment: 200 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Odyssey-magellan ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Odyssey-magellan's student population of 200 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 2-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
200 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Odyssey-magellan ranks within the top 1% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Odyssey-magellan is 0.33, 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
#2 out of 1991 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
4%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
81%
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
8%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Odyssey-magellan's ranking?
Odyssey-magellan is ranked #2 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Odyssey-magellan often compared to?
Odyssey-magellanis often viewed alongside schools like Leonardo Da Vinci School For Gifted Learners by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Odyssey-magellan?
200 students attend Odyssey-magellan.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Odyssey-magellan students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Odyssey-magellan?
Odyssey-magellan has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Odyssey-magellan offer ?
Odyssey-magellan offers enrollment in grades 2-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Odyssey-magellan part of?
Odyssey-magellan is part of Appleton Area School District.
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