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Catalyst Academy
High School · New London School District
709 S Shawano St, New London, WI 54961
Enrollment
24
Student-Teacher
12:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
24
Student-Teacher
12:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Catalyst Academy
Catalyst Academy is a public high school in New London, WI, part of the New London School District. The school serves approximately 24 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 12:1. Students demonstrate 18% proficiency in math and 18% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $71,337, where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a distant town setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 24 students, Catalyst Academy is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
Catalyst Academy is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 24 students
- Type
- Public (Charter)
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Address
- 709 S Shawano St, New London, WI 54961
- Phone
- (920) 982-8686
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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Test Scores WI EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 4 test records from WI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 10% (2019) to 25% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 10% (2019) to 25% (2021).
Location
709 S Shawano St, New London, WI 54961
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Catalyst Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. New London High (rated 6.0/10, 1.2 miles away). Another option is Little Wolf High (rated 6.0/10, 9.7 miles away, in nearby Manawa). Additionally, Hortonville High (rated 5.4/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Hortonville). For more schools in New London, see our New London schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| New London Middle New London | 0.2 mi | 6.7 |
| MOST PRECIOUS BLOOD PARISH CATHOLIC SCHOOL New London | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Parkview Elementary New London | 0.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Lincoln Elementary New London | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| EMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL New London | 0.4 mi | 4.4 |
| New London High New London | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Sugar Bush Elementary New London | 6.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Readfield Elementary Readfield | 8.1 mi | 6.1 |
| BETHLEHEM EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hortonville | 6.4 mi | 3.6 |
| Hortonville High Hortonville | 6.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Hortonville Elementary Hortonville | 6.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Hortonville Middle Hortonville | 6.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Fox West Academy Hortonville | 6.7 mi | 7.6 |
| STARR ACADEMY New London | 7.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Manawa Elementary Manawa | 9.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Fremont Elementary Fremont | 10.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Fremont STEM Academy Inc. Fremont | 10.7 mi | — |
| Shiocton Elementary Shiocton | 9.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Shiocton High Shiocton | 9.3 mi | 3.9 |
| Little Wolf High Manawa | 9.7 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 54961 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,337
Median Home Value
$196,600
Median Rent
$841/mo
Population
14,310
College Educated
17.9%
Homeownership
69.8%
Avg Commute
28.1 min
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Median Age
40.5
Community Profile
The community surrounding Catalyst Academy has a median household income of $71,337. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $196,600, with a median rent of $841/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.2%. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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| Eagles Academy Solon Springs, WI | — |
| FAMILY SERVICES OF NORTHEAST WISCONSIN Green Bay, WI | — |
| Green Bay Correctional Institution Green Bay, WI | — |
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| KM Connect Wales, WI | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Catalyst Academy
What grades does Catalyst Academy serve?
Catalyst Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Catalyst Academy?
Catalyst Academy has an enrollment of approximately 24 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Catalyst Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Catalyst Academy is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Catalyst Academy?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Catalyst Academy has 17.5% math proficiency and 17.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Catalyst Academy a charter school?
Yes, Catalyst Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Catalyst Academy a Title I school?
No, Catalyst Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Catalyst Academy?
66.7% of students at Catalyst 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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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- Average (391/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (New London). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 24
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 66.7%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Waupaca County
- Phone
- (920) 982-8686
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
New London School District- District Enrollment
- 2,087
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,872
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