Serving 20 students in grades 9-12, Portage Academy Of Achievement ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 20 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Portage Academy Of Achievement ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Portage Academy Of Achievement's student population of 20 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
20 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
Portage Academy Of Achievement ranks within the top 30% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Portage Academy Of Achievement 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
#457 out of 1962 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
14%
Black
5%
9%
White
85%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
5%
5%
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 Portage Academy Of Achievement's ranking?
Portage Academy Of Achievement is ranked #457 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Portage Academy Of Achievement?
The graduation rate of Portage Academy Of Achievement is 80%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Portage Academy Of Achievement?
20 students attend Portage Academy Of Achievement.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Portage Academy Of Achievement students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Portage Academy Of Achievement?
Portage Academy Of Achievement has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Portage Academy Of Achievement offer ?
Portage Academy Of Achievement offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Portage Academy Of Achievement part of?
Portage Academy Of Achievement is part of Portage Community School District.
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