Serving 832 students in grades 7-12, Waupun Area Junior/senior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 832 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waupun Area Junior/senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Waupun Area Junior/senior High School's student population of 832 students has grown by 52% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
832 students
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
A catalyst for innovation resulting in student success.
School Rankings
Waupun Area Junior/senior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waupun Area Junior/senior High School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1179 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Hispanic
10%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
86%
66%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.6%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waupun Area Junior/senior High School's ranking?
Waupun Area Junior/senior High School is ranked #1179 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Waupun Area Junior/senior High School often compared to?
Waupun Area Junior/senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ripon High School, Beaver Dam High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Waupun Area Junior/senior High School?
The graduation rate of Waupun Area Junior/senior High School is 95%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Waupun Area Junior/senior High School?
832 students attend Waupun Area Junior/senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Waupun Area Junior/senior High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waupun Area Junior/senior High School?
Waupun Area Junior/senior High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Waupun Area Junior/senior High School offer ?
Waupun Area Junior/senior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Waupun Area Junior/senior High School part of?
Waupun Area Junior/senior High School is part of Waupun School District.
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