Waukesha Transition Academy serves 36 students in grades 12.
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 12
- Enrollment: 36 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in WI)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waukesha Transition Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Waukesha Transition Academy's student population of 36 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
36 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Motto
To develop in our students the capacity and skills to be community, college, and career ready.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Waukesha Transition Academy is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
28%
14%
Black
8%
9%
White
55%
66%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(15-16)<50%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.7%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
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 schools are Waukesha Transition Academy often compared to?
Waukesha Transition Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Fairview South, Lakeland School by visitors of our site.
What is the graduation rate of Waukesha Transition Academy?
The graduation rate of Waukesha Transition Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 86%.
How many students attend Waukesha Transition Academy?
36 students attend Waukesha Transition Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Waukesha Transition Academy students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waukesha Transition Academy?
Waukesha Transition Academy has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Waukesha Transition Academy offer ?
Waukesha Transition Academy offers enrollment in grades 12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Waukesha Transition Academy part of?
Waukesha Transition Academy is part of Waukesha School District.
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