Serving 150 students in grades 9-12, Waukesha Engineering Preparatory Academy 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 50-59% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 150 students
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waukesha Engineering Preparatory Academy 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
Waukesha Engineering Preparatory Academy's student population of 150 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
150 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Waukesha Engineering Preparatory 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 Waukesha Engineering Preparatory Academy is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#217 out of 1991 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
4%
Hispanic
20%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
69%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
37%
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 Waukesha Engineering Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Waukesha Engineering Preparatory Academy is ranked #217 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Waukesha Engineering Preparatory Academy often compared to?
Waukesha Engineering Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like West High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Waukesha Engineering Preparatory Academy?
The graduation rate of Waukesha Engineering Preparatory Academy is 90%, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Waukesha Engineering Preparatory Academy?
150 students attend Waukesha Engineering Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Waukesha Engineering Preparatory Academy students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Waukesha Engineering Preparatory Academy offer ?
Waukesha Engineering Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Waukesha Engineering Preparatory Academy part of?
Waukesha Engineering Preparatory Academy is part of Waukesha School District.
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