Serving 524 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Waunakee Prairie Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 524 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waunakee Prairie Elementary School 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
Waunakee Prairie Elementary School's student population of 524 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
524 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Waunakee Prairie Elementary School 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 Waunakee Prairie Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#221 out of 1991 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
2%
9%
White
85%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waunakee Prairie Elementary School's ranking?
Waunakee Prairie Elementary School is ranked #221 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Waunakee Prairie Elementary School often compared to?
Waunakee Prairie Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arboretum Elementary School, Waunakee Heritage Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Waunakee Prairie Elementary School?
524 students attend Waunakee Prairie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Waunakee Prairie Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waunakee Prairie Elementary School?
Waunakee Prairie Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Waunakee Prairie Elementary School offer ?
Waunakee Prairie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Waunakee Prairie Elementary School part of?
Waunakee Prairie Elementary School is part of Waunakee Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Waunakee Prairie Elementary School located?
Waunakee Prairie Elementary School is located in the Six Mile Creek neighborhood of Waunakee, WI.
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