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#1565 of 2,105 schools in WI
Waukesha Transition Academy
High School · Waukesha School District
1150 Whiterock Ave, Waukesha, WI 53186
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 26 schools in Waukesha. Learn more
Enrollment
32
Student-Teacher
6.4:1
Score
5.2
Grades
12th – 12th
Enrollment
32
Student-Teacher
6.4:1
Score
5.2
Grades
12th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#1,565 of 2,105
In Waukesha
#23 of 27
public schools
In district
#22 of 26
Waukesha School District
School environment
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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About Waukesha Transition Academy
Waukesha Transition Academy is a public high school in Waukesha, WI, part of Waukesha School District. Waukesha Transition Academy serves approximately 32 students, and covers grades 12th-12th, and has a 6.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Waukesha Transition Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,565 of 2,105 schools in WI.
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- WI avg 5.5
What Parents Should Know
At 32 students, Waukesha Transition 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 6.4:1 students to teachers, Waukesha Transition Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
21.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Waukesha Transition Academy Compares
See how Waukesha Transition Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1150 Whiterock Ave, Waukesha, WI 53186
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Waukesha Transition Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Waukesha Engineering Preparatory Academy (rated 6.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Waukesha East Alternative School (rated 6.2/10), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, South High (rated 5.1/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Waukesha, see our Waukesha schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| White Rock School Waukesha | 0.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Waukesha East Alternative School Waukesha | 0.0 mi | 6.2 |
| White Rock Campus Waukesha | 0.0 mi | 5.4 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Waukesha | 0.2 mi | 6.2 |
| La Casa de Esperanza Charter School Waukesha | 0.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Riverview School Waukesha | 0.5 mi | — |
| Hadfield Elementary Waukesha | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Les Paul Middle Waukesha | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Waukesha STEM Academy Waukesha | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
| eAchieve Elementary Waukesha | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| eAchieve Academy - Wisconsin Waukesha | 1.0 mi | 3.7 |
| WAUKESHA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Waukesha | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Banting Elementary Waukesha | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Horning Middle Waukesha | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Waukesha Engineering Preparatory Academy Waukesha | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Waukesha Academy of Health Professions Waukesha | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| South High Waukesha | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Butler Middle Waukesha | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Hawthorne Elementary Waukesha | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Heyer Elementary Waukesha | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53186 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,596
Median Home Value
$277,800
Median Rent
$1,180/mo
Population
33,264
College Educated
39.1%
Homeownership
54.8%
Avg Commute
18.9 min
Poverty Rate
9.6%
Median Age
37.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Gilmanton High Gilmanton, WI | 5.7 |
| North Star Academy Cameron, WI | 5.9 |
| Northern Waters Environmental School Hayward, WI | 4.5 |
| New Visions Charter School Lake Geneva, WI | 4.4 |
| Goodman High Goodman, WI | 6.1 |
| Renaissance Charter Academy River Falls, WI | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Waukesha Transition Academy
What grades does Waukesha Transition Academy serve?
Waukesha Transition Academy serves students in grades 12th through 12th.
How many students attend Waukesha Transition Academy?
Waukesha Transition Academy has an enrollment of approximately 32 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Waukesha Transition Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Waukesha Transition Academy is 6.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Waukesha Transition Academy rank in WI?
Waukesha Transition Academy ranks #1,565 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Waukesha Transition Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Waukesha Transition Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Waukesha Transition Academy a charter school?
No, Waukesha Transition Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Waukesha Transition Academy a Title I school?
No, Waukesha Transition Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Waukesha Transition Academy?
21.9% of students at Waukesha Transition 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 12th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 32
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 21.9%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Waukesha County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.8%
- Phone
- (262) 970-1102
Resources & Links
District
Waukesha School District- District Enrollment
- 11,318
- Schools in District
- 27
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,969
- District Rank
- #22 of 26
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