Waunakee Heritage Elementary

Waunakee Heritage Elementary serves 575 students in prekindergarten through fourth grade in the prosperous community of Waunakee, Wisconsin. With 49 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains an excellent student-teacher ratio of 11.7:1, allowing for more individualized attention in the classroom. The school has earned a solid 7.1 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranks #559 out of 2,112 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 74th percentile among Wisconsin schools.

This strong performance reflects the school's commitment to providing quality early elementary education during these foundational learning years. Waunakee Heritage Elementary draws its student body from an affluent suburban neighborhood where the median household income reaches $113,129 and 57% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The community's low poverty rate of just 3.6% and median home values of $428,700 indicate a stable, education-focused environment that supports student success.

Located at 501 South Street, the school serves families in this thriving Dane County community. Waunakee's large suburban setting provides students with access to both small-town values and the educational and cultural opportunities of the greater Madison metropolitan area.