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#401 of 571 private schools in WI

Waukesha Christian Academy

School

3250 SUMMIT AVE, Waukesha, WI 53187

Private

Enrollment

38

Student-Teacher

4.8:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Wisconsin private schools

#401 of 571

In Waukesha

#4 of 4

public schools

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Waukesha Christian Academy

5.7/10

School in Waukesha · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Waukesha Christian Academy

Waukesha Christian Academy is a private school in Waukesha, WI. Waukesha Christian Academy serves approximately 38 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 4.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Waukesha Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #401 of 571 private schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Waukesha Christian Academy show 22% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).

How it compares0.7 pts below WI schools
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • WI avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 38 students, Waukesha Christian Academy 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.

At 4.8:1 students to teachers, Waukesha Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Waukesha Christian Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Waukesha Christian Academy compares to 27 public schools serving similar grades in Waukesha, WI

Student-Teacher Ratio
4.8:1
This School
vs
19.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
38
This School
vs
423
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.7
This School
vs
6.9
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 94.7% vs 0%
Black 2.6% vs 0%
Waukesha Christian Academy Waukesha Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Waukesha Christian Academy (this school) 5.7
North High 4.8
Summit View Elementary 8.1
Bethesda Elementary 7.3
Lowell Elementary 7.6
Meadowbrook Elementary 8.8
Hawthorne Elementary 8.0
Butler Middle 6.7
Riverview School
eAchieve Elementary 6.4
eAchieve Academy - Wisconsin 3.7
Les Paul Middle 7.9
White Rock School 8.1
Waukesha East Alternative School 6.2
Waukesha Transition Academy 5.2
La Casa de Esperanza Charter School 8.2
Rose Glen Elementary 8.7
Waukesha STEM Academy 8.4
Prairie Elementary 8.9
Hadfield Elementary 5.6
West High 5.6

Showing 20 of 27 schools. View all schools in Waukesha

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in WI.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A+ 9.9 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 4.8:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 2.8 / 10
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School Day Length 6.7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,139
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 3.9 / 10
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Diversity Index 5%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C 2.7 / 10
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Enrollment 38
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in WI

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 21.7% (2025 FORWARD)
School
State
47.5% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 42.0% (2025 FORWARD)
School
State
46.8% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 8 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 94.7%
Black 2.6%
Native American 2.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3250 SUMMIT AVE, Waukesha, WI 53187

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Waukesha Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Prairie Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Meadowbrook Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rose Glen Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Waukesha, see our Waukesha schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Bethesda Elementary Waukesha 1.4 mi 7.3
Meadowbrook Elementary Waukesha 1.6 mi 8.8
North High Waukesha 1.2 mi 4.8
Summit View Elementary Waukesha 1.3 mi 8.1
Lowell Elementary Waukesha 1.5 mi 7.6
MOUNT CALVARY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Waukesha 1.7 mi 5.9
Hawthorne Elementary Waukesha 2.0 mi 8.0
Butler Middle Waukesha 2.0 mi 6.7
ST ANTHONY ON THE LAKE Pewaukee 2.6 mi 5.6
PRAIRIE HILL WALDORF SCHOOL Pewaukee 2.7 mi 7.0
Rose Glen Elementary Waukesha 3.4 mi 8.7
West High Waukesha 3.8 mi 5.6
eAchieve Elementary Waukesha 2.9 mi 6.4
eAchieve Academy - Wisconsin Waukesha 2.9 mi 3.7
Pewaukee High Pewaukee 3.7 mi 7.0
Les Paul Middle Waukesha 3.0 mi 7.9
Riverview School Waukesha 2.9 mi
Asa Clark Middle Pewaukee 3.8 mi 8.0
Prairie Elementary Waukesha 3.5 mi 8.9
Horizon School Pewaukee 3.8 mi 8.2

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
ABBOTSFORD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Abbotsford, WI 5.7
BEREAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Galesville, WI 5.6
TRINITY ACADEMY Pewaukee, WI 5.9
PRAIRIE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Prairie Du Chien, WI 6.1
UTICA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Stoughton, WI 5.3
Mighty River Academy of Virtual Education Prairie Du Chien, WI 5.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Waukesha Christian Academy

What grades does Waukesha Christian Academy serve?

Waukesha Christian Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Waukesha Christian Academy?

Waukesha Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 38 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Waukesha Christian Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Waukesha Christian Academy is 4.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Waukesha Christian Academy rank in WI?

Waukesha Christian Academy ranks #401 of 571 private schools in WI.

What is Waukesha Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Waukesha Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Waukesha Christian Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Waukesha Christian Academy has 22% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).

Is Waukesha Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, Waukesha Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Baptist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Waukesha Christian Academy a religious school?

Waukesha Christian Academy has a Baptist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
36 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
14 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
38
Gender Split
55% M / 45% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
4.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
8
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Baptist
School Day
6.7 hours
Days Per Year
170 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Waukesha County

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