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#217 of 2,105 schools in WI

Top 10% in state

Park Community Charter School

Elementary School · Kaukauna Area School District

509 Lawe St, Kaukauna, WI 54130

Charter

Enrollment

252

Student-Teacher

15.8:1

Score

8.5

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#217 of 2,105

In Kaukauna

#2 of 7

public schools

In district

#2 of 7

Kaukauna Area School District

Equity

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Park Community Charter School

8.5/10

Elementary School in Kaukauna · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Park Community Charter School

Park Community Charter School is a public elementary school in Kaukauna, WI, part of Kaukauna Area School District. Park Community Charter School serves approximately 252 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Park Community Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #217 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Park Community Charter School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 8.5 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.7
  • WI avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

Park Community Charter 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 Progress9.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.12 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency81% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency71.4% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg+26.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+20.2 pts
Overall Proficiency76% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)52% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+24.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile95th
Resources & Environment4.0Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,221
Chronic Absenteeism16.3%

Park Community Charter School — Students at Park Community Charter School score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

34.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 63.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.6% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 55.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.2% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 32 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
32%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
49.5%
ELA
54.5%
2025
Math
81%
ELA
71.4%

* 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 Park Community Charter School Compares

See how Park Community Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.5/10
90th percentile in WI
Academic
9.7/10
Excellent
Growth
9.5/10
Excellent
Environment
4.0/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
35%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
16 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.3%

Location

509 Lawe St, Kaukauna, WI 54130

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Park Community Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. New Directions Learning Community (rated 8.6/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Flex Academy (rated 8.4/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Little Chute), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Janssen Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Combined Locks), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Kaukauna, see our Kaukauna schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.2 mi
School Distance Rating
ST IGNATIUS CATHOLIC SCHOOL (SICS) Kaukauna 0.2 mi 7.7
River View School Kaukauna 0.4 mi 8.1
Haen Elementary Kaukauna 0.8 mi 8.0
Quinney Elementary Kaukauna 1.9 mi 7.9
New Directions Learning Community Kaukauna 1.9 mi 8.6
Kaukauna High Kaukauna 2.0 mi 4.3
Dr H B Tanner Elementary Kaukauna 1.9 mi 5.3
Janssen Elementary Combined Locks 2.4 mi 8.1
Flex Academy Little Chute 2.2 mi 8.4
Little Chute High Little Chute 2.2 mi 3.7
Little Chute Middle Little Chute 2.2 mi 8.1
Little Chute Intermediate Little Chute 2.2 mi 7.4
Little Chute Career Pathways Academy Little Chute 2.2 mi 7.3
ST JOHN NEPOMUCENE SCHOOL Little Chute 2.5 mi 7.1
Little Chute Elementary Little Chute 2.5 mi 7.7
Kimberly High Kimberly 3.1 mi 5.2
4K Center for Literacy Kimberly 3.2 mi 3.2
Mapleview Intermediate Kimberly 3.4 mi 8.6
Gerritts Middle Kimberly 3.7 mi 7.8
HOLY SPIRIT SCHOOL Appleton 4.2 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 54130 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$86,364

Median Home Value

$242,300

Median Rent

$969/mo

Population

28,030

College Educated

27.4%

Homeownership

77.7%

Avg Commute

20.9 min

Poverty Rate

5.7%

Median Age

39.4

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Central Elementary Rhinelander, WI 8.5
Grantsburg Elementary Grantsburg, WI 8.5
Lakeview Elementary Neenah, WI 8.5
Lincoln Elementary Beaver Dam, WI 8.5
Manz Elementary Eau Claire, WI 8.5
Randolph Elementary Randolph, WI 8.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Park Community Charter School

What grades does Park Community Charter School serve?

Park Community Charter School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Park Community Charter School?

Park Community Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 252 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Park Community Charter School?

The student-teacher ratio at Park Community Charter School is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Park Community Charter School rank in WI?

Park Community Charter School ranks #217 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Park Community Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?

Park Community Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Park Community Charter School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Park Community Charter School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Park Community Charter School a charter school?

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

Is Park Community Charter School a Title I school?

No, Park Community Charter School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Park Community Charter School?

34.5% of students at Park Community Charter 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
55 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
252
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Free/Reduced Lunch
34.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Outagamie County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.3%

District

Kaukauna Area School District
District Enrollment
4,046
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,221
District Rank
#2 of 7

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