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#498 of 2,105 schools in WI

Top 24% in state

New Century School

Elementary School · Verona Area School District

400 N Main Street, Verona, WI 53593

Charter

Enrollment

124

Student-Teacher

17.7:1

Score

7.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#498 of 2,105

In Verona

#5 of 11

public schools

In district

#4 of 11

Verona Area School District

Academic growth

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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New Century School

7.9/10

Elementary School in Verona · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Verona Area International School

8.6/10

0.0 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Core Knowledge Charter School

7.3/10

0.1 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About New Century School

New Century School is a public elementary school in Verona, WI, part of Verona Area School District. New Century School serves approximately 124 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.7:1 student-teacher ratio. New Century School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #498 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for New Century School show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.9 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.9
  • WI avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

At 124 students, New Century School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

New Century School 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.4Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.19 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency73.6% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency73.8% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg+19.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+22.6 pts
Overall Proficiency74% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)68% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+6.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile79th
Resources & Environment3.2Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,445

New Century School — Students at New Century School score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

7.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 68.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 63.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
50.9% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 34 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
84.5%
ELA
95%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
64.5%
ELA
54.5%
2012
Math
64.5%
ELA
44.5%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
44.5%
ELA
54.5%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
64.5%
ELA
54.5%
2017
Math
74.5%
ELA
64.5%
2018
Math
74.5%
ELA
64.5%
2019
Math
74.5%
ELA
64.5%
2020*
Math
64.5%
ELA
54.5%
2021*
Math
64.5%
ELA
54.5%
2022
Math
70%
ELA
63.1%
2025
Math
73.6%
ELA
73.8%

* 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: 9.4/10.

How New Century School Compares

See how New Century School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.9/10
76th percentile in WI
Academic
8.6/10
Excellent
Growth
9.4/10
Excellent
Environment
3.2/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
7%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
7 teachers

Location

400 N Main Street, Verona, WI 53593

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering New Century School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Verona Area International School (rated 8.6/10), which scores slightly higher. Another option is HICKORY HILL ACADEMY (rated 8.6/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Madison), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Olson Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Verona, see our Verona schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Verona Area International School Verona 0.0 mi 8.6
Core Knowledge Charter School Verona 0.1 mi 7.3
Badger Ridge Middle Verona 0.1 mi 6.3
Early Childhood Verona 0.1 mi
Sugar Creek Elementary Verona 0.3 mi 8.3
Country View Elementary Verona 0.7 mi 7.3
Verona Area K4 Verona 0.7 mi 3.8
Verona Area High Verona 1.3 mi 5.5
Glacier Edge Elementary Verona 1.5 mi 7.8
Cesar Chavez Elementary Madison 2.0 mi 6.5
KING'S KIDS ACADEMY Madison 2.7 mi
CAPITOLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Madison 2.1 mi
HICKORY HILL ACADEMY Madison 2.8 mi 8.6
Olson Elementary Verona 3.3 mi 8.5
Huegel Elementary Madison 3.1 mi 7.9
ST AMBROSE ACADEMY Madison 4.2 mi 6.8
Milele Chikasa Anana Elementary School Madison 3.8 mi 7.5
MADINAH ACADEMY OF MADISON Madison 4.3 mi 8.5
Orchard Ridge Elementary Madison 4.0 mi 7.5
Toki Middle Madison 4.0 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53593 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$135,699

Median Home Value

$464,700

Median Rent

$1,530/mo

Population

29,479

College Educated

67.7%

Homeownership

71.2%

Avg Commute

18.9 min

Poverty Rate

2.5%

Median Age

37.2

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Grant Elementary Wausau, WI 7.9
Marquette Elementary Madison, WI 7.9
Prairie Farm Elementary Prairie Farm, WI 7.9
Rio Elementary Rio, WI 7.9
ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST SCHOOL Greenfield, WI 7.9
BADER HILLEL ACADEMY Milwaukee, WI 8.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about New Century School

What grades does New Century School serve?

New Century School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend New Century School?

New Century School has an enrollment of approximately 124 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at New Century School?

The student-teacher ratio at New Century School is 17.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does New Century School rank in WI?

New Century School ranks #498 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is New Century School's MySchoolScout rating?

New Century School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 New Century School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, New Century School has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is New Century School a charter school?

Yes, New Century School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is New Century School a Title I school?

No, New Century School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for New Century School?

7.3% of students at New Century School 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

Walk Score
58 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
58 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
124
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
7
Free/Reduced Lunch
7.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Dane County

District

Verona Area School District
District Enrollment
5,794
Schools in District
12
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,445
District Rank
#4 of 11

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