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Verona Area High

High School · Verona Area School District

234 Wildcat Way, Verona, WI 53593

Enrollment

1,789

Student-Teacher

15.6:1

Score

5.5

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#1,458 of 2,105

In Verona

#10 of 11

public schools

In district

#10 of 11

Verona Area School District

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Verona Area High

5.5/10

High School in Verona · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.3/10

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About Verona Area High

Verona Area High is a public high school in Verona, WI, part of Verona Area School District. Verona Area High serves approximately 1,789 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Verona Area High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,458 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Verona Area High show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it comparesOn par with WI schools
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • WI avg 5.5

What Parents Should Know

Verona Area High sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress3.5Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.95 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics4.1Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency31% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency35% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-20.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile22th
College Readiness9.1Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate96%
AP Participation38.7%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.4Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,445
Chronic Absenteeism25.7%

Verona Area High — Students at Verona Area High score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

28.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 51.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 55.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 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
72%
ELA
79%
2010
Math
71%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
66%
ELA
54%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
51%
2013
Math
60%
ELA
54%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
64%
2015
Math
48%
ELA
55%
2016
Math
51%
ELA
59%
2017
Math
48%
ELA
51%
2018
Math
41%
ELA
48%
2019
Math
41%
ELA
48%
2020*
Math
31%
ELA
38%
2021*
Math
31%
ELA
38%

* 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: 3.5/10.

How Verona Area High Compares

See how Verona Area High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
31th percentile in WI
Academic
4.1/10
Below Average
Growth
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.4/10
Below Average
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.4
Sports
22
11 boys' · 11 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
28%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
115 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.7%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
38.7% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics22sports offered
11 boys'·11 girls'·57 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

234 Wildcat Way, Verona, WI 53593

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Verona Area High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Verona Area International School (rated 8.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HICKORY HILL ACADEMY (rated 8.6/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Madison), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Olson Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 4.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Verona, see our Verona schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Core Knowledge Charter School Verona 1.2 mi 7.3
Badger Ridge Middle Verona 1.2 mi 6.3
Early Childhood Verona 1.3 mi
New Century School Verona 1.3 mi 7.9
Verona Area International School Verona 1.3 mi 8.6
Country View Elementary Verona 1.5 mi 7.3
Verona Area K4 Verona 1.5 mi 3.8
Sugar Creek Elementary Verona 1.4 mi 8.3
Glacier Edge Elementary Verona 1.9 mi 7.8
KING'S KIDS ACADEMY Madison 3.7 mi
Cesar Chavez Elementary Madison 3.2 mi 6.5
Olson Elementary Verona 4.1 mi 8.5
CAPITOLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Madison 3.4 mi
HICKORY HILL ACADEMY Madison 3.9 mi 8.6
Huegel Elementary Madison 4.4 mi 7.9
West Middleton Elementary Verona 5.3 mi 8.1
ST AMBROSE ACADEMY Madison 5.3 mi 6.8
Milele Chikasa Anana Elementary School Madison 5.1 mi 7.5
MADINAH ACADEMY OF MADISON Madison 5.5 mi 8.5
Orchard Ridge Elementary Madison 5.3 mi 7.5

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
Oak Creek High Oak Creek, WI 5.5
Bay Port High Green Bay, WI 5.6
De Pere High De Pere, WI 5.4
Germantown High Germantown, WI 5.6
West High Waukesha, WI 5.6
King International Milwaukee, WI 5.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Verona Area High

What grades does Verona Area High serve?

Verona Area High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Verona Area High?

Verona Area High has an enrollment of approximately 1,789 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Verona Area High?

The student-teacher ratio at Verona Area High is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Verona Area High rank in WI?

Verona Area High ranks #1,458 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Verona Area High's MySchoolScout rating?

Verona Area High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Verona Area High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Verona Area High has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Verona Area High a charter school?

No, Verona Area High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Verona Area High a Title I school?

No, Verona Area High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Verona Area High?

28.2% of students at Verona Area High 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
21 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,789
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
115
Free/Reduced Lunch
28.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Dane County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.7%
4-Year Graduation
96.0%

District

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

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