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#1159 of 2,105 schools in WI
Career and College Academy
High School · Elkhorn Area School District
400 County Road H, Elkhorn, WI 53121
Enrollment
230
Student-Teacher
28.8:1
Score
6.2
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
230
Student-Teacher
28.8:1
Score
6.2
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#1,159 of 2,105
In Elkhorn
#5 of 7
public schools
In district
#5 of 7
Elkhorn Area School District
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Career and College Academy
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About Career and College Academy
Career and College Academy is a public high school in Elkhorn, WI, part of Elkhorn Area School District. Career and College Academy serves approximately 230 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 28.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Career and College Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,159 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Career and College Academy show 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2021) and 8% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2021).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- WI avg 5.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Career and College Academy sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Career and College Academy runs 28.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Career and College Academy is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Career and College Academy — Students at Career and College Academy score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
47%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WI EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 16 test records from WI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.5/10.
How Career and College Academy Compares
See how Career and College Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
400 County Road H, Elkhorn, WI 53121
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Career and College Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Williams Bay High (rated 6.5/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Williams Bay), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Elkhorn Area High (rated 6.1/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Elkhorn, see our Elkhorn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Elkhorn Area High Elkhorn | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Elkhorn Area Middle Elkhorn | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Jackson Elementary Elkhorn | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| West Side Elementary Elkhorn | 1.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Elkhorn Options Virtual School Elkhorn | 1.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Tibbets Elementary Elkhorn | 5.4 mi | 9.2 |
| Woods Elementary Lake Geneva | 5.9 mi | 8.9 |
| Williams Bay Elementary Williams Bay | 6.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Williams Bay Middle Williams Bay | 6.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Williams Bay High Williams Bay | 6.5 mi | 6.5 |
| FIRST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Lake Geneva | 6.0 mi | — |
| FAITH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Williams Bay | 6.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Central - Denison Elementary Lake Geneva | 6.6 mi | 9.2 |
| Eastview Elementary Lake Geneva | 6.7 mi | 8.9 |
| DELAVAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Delavan | 6.0 mi | 6.0 |
| MOUNT ZION CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lake Geneva | 6.3 mi | 6.9 |
| ST ANDREW PARISH SCHOOL Delavan | 6.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Reek Elementary Lake Geneva | 8.4 mi | 9.0 |
| ST FRANCIS DE SALES PARISH SCHOOL Lake Geneva | 7.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Traver Elementary Lake Geneva | 8.9 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53121 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,635
Median Home Value
$287,900
Median Rent
$1,031/mo
Population
18,640
College Educated
32.6%
Homeownership
73.2%
Avg Commute
24.9 min
Poverty Rate
4.3%
Median Age
43.1
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|---|---|
| Elkhart Lake High Elkhart Lake, WI | 6.2 |
| Fall Creek High Fall Creek, WI | 6.2 |
| Fall River High Fall River, WI | 6.2 |
| Hustisford High Hustisford, WI | 6.2 |
| Wild Rose High Wild Rose, WI | 6.2 |
| Darlington High Darlington, WI | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Career and College Academy
What grades does Career and College Academy serve?
Career and College Academy serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Career and College Academy?
Career and College Academy has an enrollment of approximately 230 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Career and College Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Career and College Academy is 28.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Career and College Academy rank in WI?
Career and College Academy ranks #1,159 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Career and College Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Career and College Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Career and College Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Career and College Academy has 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2021) and 8% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2021).
Is Career and College Academy a charter school?
Yes, Career and College Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Career and College Academy a Title I school?
No, Career and College Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Career and College Academy?
47.0% of students at Career and College Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 230
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 28.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 47.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Walworth County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.5%
- Phone
- (262) 564-2970
- 4-Year Graduation
- 90%+
Resources & Links
District
Elkhorn Area School District- District Enrollment
- 3,490
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,131
- District Rank
- #5 of 7
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