Serving 512 students in grades 3-5, Waubesa Intermediate ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (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 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 512 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waubesa Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Waubesa Intermediate's student population of 512 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
512 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Waubesa Intermediate ranks within the top 20% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waubesa Intermediate is 0.34, 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
#375 out of 1962 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
2%
9%
White
81%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Waubesa Intermediate's ranking?
Waubesa Intermediate is ranked #375 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Waubesa Intermediate often compared to?
Waubesa Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Stoner Prairie Elementary School, Cesar Chavez 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 40% WI state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Waubesa Intermediate?
512 students attend Waubesa Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Waubesa Intermediate students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waubesa Intermediate?
Waubesa Intermediate has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Waubesa Intermediate offer ?
Waubesa Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Waubesa Intermediate part of?
Waubesa Intermediate is part of Mcfarland School District.
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