Very Good
#849 of 2,105 schools in WI
Top 40% in state
Central Wisconsin Stem Academy
Middle School · Nekoosa School District · Nekoosa, WI
A Nekoosa School District charter middle school where students score 14 points above what's typical for similar communities.
540 Birch St, Nekoosa, WI 54457
- Math 47% vs WI 53% (2025)
- Reading 59% vs WI 53% (2025)
- 32:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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Students at Central Wisconsin Stem Academy score 53% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
2025 FORWARD proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. WI average.
Trend
↑ RecoveringProficiency declined earlier in the 12-year record (2014–2025), then recovered 33 points since 2020, reaching 53% in 2025.
Show all 10 years
Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 41% (multi-year average, 2014-2025) · reading/ELA 53% (multi-year average, 2014-2025)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 22 test records from WI state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
56.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateThe neighborhood
Where Central Wisconsin Stem Academy sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
Nearby same-level schools are colored by their score. Pins are locations, not attendance boundaries.
Getting around & local context
- Walk 10Car-Dependent
- Bike 34Somewhat Bikeable
- County Safety: Low131/100K
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Source period: 2024. A newer release may be available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$72,005
Median home value
$169,500
Median rent
$718/mo
College educated
21.8%
Homeownership
86.5%
Poverty rate
9.9%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 54457; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
3 from a 5-mile search; district fallback available
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alexander MiddleEnrollment path unverified | 6.1 | 4–8 | 0.0 mi | 333 | Compare → |
| Wise AcademyCharter · enrollment unverified | 4.6 | PK–12 | 0.0 mi | 218 | Compare → |
| John Edwards MiddleEnrollment path unverified | 6.8 | 6–8 | 3.8 mi | 102 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Charter · enrollment unverified: Potential charter option; enrollment requirements have not been verified.
Nekoosa School District
- Schools in district
- 6
- Rank in district
- #1 of 5
- District spending per student
- $13,744NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 14.9%Census SAIPE · 2024
Central Wisconsin Stem Academy is listed in Nekoosa School District; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About Central Wisconsin Stem Academy
Central Wisconsin Stem Academy is a public middle school in Nekoosa, WI, part of Nekoosa School District, serving approximately 32 students in grades 6th-8th with a 32:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #849 of 2,105 schools in WI. State assessment records show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Central Wisconsin Stem Academy
What grades does Central Wisconsin Stem Academy serve?
Central Wisconsin Stem Academy serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Central Wisconsin Stem Academy?
Central Wisconsin Stem Academy has an enrollment of approximately 32 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Central Wisconsin Stem Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Central Wisconsin Stem Academy is 32:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Central Wisconsin Stem Academy rank in WI?
Central Wisconsin Stem Academy ranks #849 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Central Wisconsin Stem Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Central Wisconsin Stem Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Central Wisconsin Stem Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Central Wisconsin Stem Academy has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).
Is Central Wisconsin Stem Academy a charter school?
Yes, Central Wisconsin Stem Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Central Wisconsin Stem Academy a Title I school?
No, Central Wisconsin Stem Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Central Wisconsin Stem Academy?
56.2% of students at Central Wisconsin Stem 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.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 32
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 32:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Wood County
- Phone
- (715) 886-8040
- Area population (ZIP 54457)
- 8,262
- Area average commute
- 27 min
- Area median age
- 54.9
Official sources & links
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2025 FORWARD · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2025 FORWARD. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2025 FORWARD · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2025 FORWARD. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- NCES EdFacts · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 54457; this does not measure the attendance area.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2014-2025; directory SY 2023–24
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