Needs Improvement
#2060 of 2,105 schools in WI
Waunakee Community 4k School
School · Waunakee Community School District
905 Bethel Cir, Waunakee, WI 53597
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on WI statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
237
Student-Teacher
29.6:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
237
Student-Teacher
29.6:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#2,060 of 2,105
In Waunakee
#7 of 7
public schools
In district
#7 of 7
Waunakee Community School District
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Waunakee Community 4k School
School in Waunakee · grades Pre-K – Pre-K. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Waunakee Community 4k School
Waunakee Community 4k School is a public school in Waunakee, WI, part of Waunakee Community School District. Waunakee Community 4k School serves approximately 237 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 29.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Waunakee Community 4k School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,060 of 2,105 schools in WI.
- This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 7.5
- WI avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Waunakee Community 4k School runs 29.6:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
5.9%
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 Waunakee Community 4k School Compares
See how Waunakee Community 4k School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
905 Bethel Cir, Waunakee, WI 53597
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Waunakee Community 4k School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Waunakee Intermediate (rated 9.0/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MADISON COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Waunakee Heritage Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Waunakee, see our Waunakee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Arboretum Elementary Waunakee | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| ST JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC SCHOOL Waunakee | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Waunakee Heritage Elementary Waunakee | 1.1 mi | 8.8 |
| Waunakee Middle Waunakee | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Waunakee High Waunakee | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Waunakee Prairie Elementary Waunakee | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Waunakee Intermediate Waunakee | 2.0 mi | 9.0 |
| MADISON COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Waunakee | 2.7 mi | 9.0 |
| Mendota Mental Health Institution Madison | 3.7 mi | — |
| Lindbergh Elementary Madison | 3.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Mendota Elementary Madison | 4.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Black Hawk Middle Madison | 4.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Gompers Elementary Madison | 4.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Lake View Elementary Madison | 4.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Northside Elementary Middleton | 5.7 mi | 8.4 |
| BLESSED TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Dane | 5.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Shabazz-City High Madison | 5.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Sherman Middle Madison | 5.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Sauk Trail Elementary Middleton | 6.3 mi | 7.6 |
| RICHARDSON SCHOOL Madison | 5.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53597 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$114,542
Median Home Value
$462,900
Median Rent
$1,336/mo
Population
20,671
College Educated
57.5%
Homeownership
74.4%
Avg Commute
22.1 min
Poverty Rate
4%
Median Age
42.2
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Waunakee Community 4k School
What grades does Waunakee Community 4k School serve?
Waunakee Community 4k School serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Waunakee Community 4k School?
Waunakee Community 4k School has an enrollment of approximately 237 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Waunakee Community 4k School?
The student-teacher ratio at Waunakee Community 4k School is 29.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Waunakee Community 4k School rank in WI?
Waunakee Community 4k School ranks #2,060 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Waunakee Community 4k School's MySchoolScout rating?
Waunakee Community 4k School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Waunakee Community 4k School a charter school?
No, Waunakee Community 4k School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Waunakee Community 4k School a Title I school?
No, Waunakee Community 4k School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Waunakee Community 4k School?
5.9% of students at Waunakee Community 4k 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 237
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 29.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 5.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dane County
- Phone
- (608) 849-2000
Resources & Links
District
Waunakee Community School District- District Enrollment
- 4,410
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,152
- District Rank
- #7 of 7
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