For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 4,415 students in Waunakee, WI (there are 3 private schools, serving 149 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in Waunakee, WI are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in Waunakee, WI are Arboretum Elementary School, Waunakee Intermediate and Waunakee Prairie Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Waunakee, WI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 39% statewide average). Schools in Waunakee have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Waunakee, WI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Arboretum Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1350 Arboretum Dr
Waunakee, WI 53597
(608) 849-1800
Waunakee, WI 53597
(608) 849-1800
Gr: PK-4 | 435 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Waunakee Intermediate
(Math: 69% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6273 Woodland Dr
Waunakee, WI 53597
(608) 849-2176
Waunakee, WI 53597
(608) 849-2176
Gr: 5-6 | 661 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #33.
Waunakee Prairie Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
700 N Madison St
Waunakee, WI 53597
(608) 849-2200
Waunakee, WI 53597
(608) 849-2200
Gr: K-4 | 531 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #44.
Waunakee Heritage Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6271 Woodland Drive
Waunakee, WI 53597
(608) 849-2030
Waunakee, WI 53597
(608) 849-2030
Gr: PK-4 | 537 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #55.
Waunakee Middle School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1001 South St
Waunakee, WI 53597
(608) 849-2060
Waunakee, WI 53597
(608) 849-2060
Gr: 7-8 | 667 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #66.
Waunakee High School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
301 Community Dr
Waunakee, WI 53597
(608) 849-2100
Waunakee, WI 53597
(608) 849-2100
Gr: 9-12 | 1,335 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: n/an/a
905 Bethel Cir
Waunakee, WI 53597
(608) 849-2000
Waunakee, WI 53597
(608) 849-2000
Gr: PK | 249 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Waunakee, WI?
The top-ranked public schools in Waunakee, WI include Arboretum Elementary School, Waunakee Intermediate and Waunakee Prairie Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Waunakee?
7 public schools are located in Waunakee.
What percentage of students in Waunakee go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in Waunakee are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in Waunakee?
Waunakee public schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Waunakee are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Waunakee include: Waunakee Community 4k School vs. Waunakee Heritage Elementary School, Waunakee Prairie Elementary School vs. Waunakee Heritage Elementary School, Waunakee Prairie Elementary School vs. Arboretum Elementary School
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