Serving 540 students in grades 3-5, Waubesa Intermediate ranks in the top 20% 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 62% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% 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: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 540 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waubesa Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Waubesa Intermediate's student population of 540 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
540 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Waubesa Intermediate 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 Waubesa Intermediate is 0.31, 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
#382 out of 1991 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
2%
9%
White
83%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
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 Waubesa Intermediate's ranking?
Waubesa Intermediate is ranked #382 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Waubesa Intermediate often compared to?
Waubesa Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Cesar Chavez Elementary School, Stoner Prairie Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Waubesa Intermediate?
540 students attend Waubesa Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Waubesa Intermediate students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waubesa Intermediate?
Waubesa Intermediate has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Waubesa Intermediate offer ?
Waubesa Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Waubesa Intermediate part of?
Waubesa Intermediate is part of Mcfarland School District.
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